Blind Date with a Book coming soon! Adults can read for prizes throughout Feb & March at the Moody County Resource Center, YOUR local library! Call the library @ 605-997-3326 for more info!
House for Sale in Flandreau....PRICE REDUCED. 1 1/2 story home in a great central location. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, spacious kitchen, oversized 2-stall garage and shed, $100,000. Call Dan Jewett at 605-321-0712 for more details and to see the property.
GREAT AFTER CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR SALE!!!!!!!!
American Legacy Quilt Frame - $125; valued at $200 new and used only once. Adjustable. Call 605-997-3441and leave a message.
GENERATORS FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUT-AGES!!
Coleman 4000 - $300. DEK 4550 - $400 Call 605-9973441 and leave a message. tfreg
Para colocar tu publicidad clasificada o display, artículos en venta, servicios ofrecidos, etc. Llama al 605-997-2872 o envía un correo electrónico ads@ iw.net.
CALL YOST ELECTRIC Residential/Agricultural Commercial/Industrial Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Call 507820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com
FOR SALE: 3 BOLO - TIES.
HAND MADE!! $150 EACH. Call 605-530-0976. tfreg
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
ADAM’S BUCKET
SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage. I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605-997-2872 or better yet
email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-5303211.
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM 9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605-573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028. Now open in Trent “The Body Shop” Powered by Slender You Machines also available. Red Light Therapy and Heartland Ovation Tanning Bed. No membership fees. Call for appointment Kathy Baty 605-376-1423. Shop located at 307 Railroad Street Trent SD.
CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com
USED OIL WANTED!! Call 605-997-3291.
HOUSE FOR SALE AT 109 FIRST STREET FLANDREAU. 2 story, 4 Bedroom, 2 baths, Good Sized yard, Needs a little TLC! Reasonable Taxes. Asking $75,000 - price negotiable. Call 909-644-7248.
PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!! Interior or Exterior. Drywall/ Housewrap/Painting/DemoInterior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!! SORRY WE ARE BOOKED UNTIL MARCH 2026 CALL FOR EARLY 2026 BOOKING!!
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM
9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605-573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
AGED APPLE WOOD FOR YOUR SMOKER!! Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message if you can use this wood!!!
FSST GAP RECYCLING
Moody County Residents only! What can you drop off? TELEVISIONSCOMPUTERS - RADIOS
Items can be dropped off at 1000 West Pipestone Avenue Flandreau on the east side of the building. For more information Call Mark Allen recycling manager 605-573-4272.
Valentine’s Bingo on Wed, February 11th for school-age kids from 3:30 pm - 5 pm at the Moody County Resource Center! Prizes will be awarded! Call the library for more info@ (605) 997-3326.
Attention Moody County Residents! The Breadbasket Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm excluding the 5th Thursday of the month at 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. 605-573-0935.
Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-6904797. tf515
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS, EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back. TFBB
CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters
& Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-5303211.
MICHEL OUTDOOR
LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-4139717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
CALL YOST ELECTRIC Residential/Agricultural Commercial/Industrial Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Call 507820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114 Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
Valentine’s Bingo on Wed, February 11th for school-age kids from 3:30 pm - 5 pm at the Moody County Resource Center! Prizes will be awarded! Call the library for more info@ (605) 997-3326.
FOR SALE: 3 BOLO - TIES. HAND MADE!! $150 EACH. Call 605-530-0976. tfreg
WHOEVER SHOT OUR TAME BLACK AND WHITE CAT ON THE CORNER OF 485 AND 226 BY THE TREE GROVE YOU MUST BE A VERY PROUD ??HUNTER??? YOU GIVE ALL HUNTERS A BAD NAME BY KILLING HER!! SHE WAS A VERY NICE CAT!!!
If you wish to apologize for the killing Please call the Booster at 605-997-2872 and they will put you in contact with us!!!
THANK YOU
The family of Carole Heinricy would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for the prayers, calls, visits, flowers, food, memorials, and acts of kindness. Your support has brought us comfort & strength. Thank you to Skroch Funeral Home, the Church Ladies, & Father Hamak for their help with the funeral service and luncheon.
Bob Heinricy
Matt & Julie Heinricy & Family
Heath & Stacy Heinricy & Family
Jon & Melissa Kahler & Family
Christopher & Gena Heinricy & Family
THANK YOU
The family of Ann DeLay would like to express our deepest gratitude and heartfelt thanks for the many acts of kindness, support, and sympathy shown to us during the past two years and especially during the past few weeks. The prayers, words of comfort, and many gestures will always be remembered.
God’s blessings to each and every one of you. James, James Jr, Dave, John, Erin & Families
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LAND AUCTION
+/-150.33 Surveyed Acres of Well Located Clear Lake Twp., Minnehaha Co., SD Land with Highly Productive Cropland, Hayland, & Recreational Land with Areas Suitable for Hunting & Wildlife Habitat Situated within 20 Miles of Sioux Falls, SD! We will offer the following land onsite at Public Auction located from Humboldt, SD - Jct. of SD Hwy. #38 & Hwy. #19 – 4 Miles N. on SD Hwy. #19, ½ Mile W. on 245th St./Co. Hwy. #122 to the NE Corner of the Land. From Hartford, SD (Reliabank Corner – Jct. of SD Hwy. #38 & N. Western Ave) – 6 Miles W. on SD Hwy. #38, 4 Miles N. on SD Hwy. #19, ½ Mile W. on 245th St./Co. Hwy. #122 to the NE Corner of the Land. From Montrose –4 ½ Miles East on 254th St./McCook Co. Hwy. #10 to the NW corner of the Land
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026
Sale Time: 10:00 AM
UNIT INFORMATION: The land being offered consists of +/-150.33 Surveyed Acres with a mixture of productive cropland, hayland, trees & acres for wildlife habitat & recreational use! FSA information indicates that this farm, in its entirety, is estimated to be +/-116.24 acres of cropland with a 57.97 acre corn base with a 154 Bu. PLC yield as well as a 58.23 acre soybean base with a 40 Bu. PLC yield. According to county assessors information, this farm has an OSR of .627. Information from Surety Agridata Inc. indicates the farm has a weighted average productivity index of 72.3. 2024 RE taxes payable in 2025 were $2,826.24. This parcel does have an existing USFW Wetland Easement on the W ½ of the NW ¼. This Easement allows for row cropping or grazing at any time, although prohibits filling, burning or draining of any of the designated wetland areas. According to Minnehaha Co. Planning & Zoning there is 3 remaining Rural Housing Eligibilities, 2 Permitted & 1 by Conditional Use. If these parcels are sold separately, the 3 remaining housing eligibilities would be assigned to Parcel #1. Additionally, if these parcels are sold separately, there will be a mutual access easement for Parcel #2 on the existing acreage driveway to the southern boundary of the acreage site, as well as access for Parcel #1 off the existing acreage driveway off 245th St. The acreage site located on this property is NOT included with the land being sold & is being retained by one of the owners. This land is available to farm or lease for the 2026 crop year!
This Land will be Offered as a Unit - +/-150.33 Surveyed Acres, PARCEL #1 – +/-112.71 Acres of Virtually All Tillable Cropland, or PARCEL 2: +/-37.62 Acres of Hayland, Trees, & Recreational Land
LEGAL DESC.: NW ¼ (Exc. The SW ¼ of the SW ¼ of the of the SW ¼ of the NW ¼ & Exc. Acreage to be platted as Tr. 1 of Zimmer Addn., & Exc. Lot H-1) all in Sec. 28, T. 103N., R. 52W., Clear Lake Twp., Minnehaha Co., SD
TERMS: Cash – 10% non-refundable earnest money payment due on sale day & the balance on or before April 20, 2026, with full possession for the 2026 crop year. Marketable title will be conveyed & with an owner’s title insurance policy provided with the cost divided 50-50. Title company closing fee will be divided 50-50. Total acres being sold will be sold in accordance with a survey as completed by Midwest Land Surveying Inc., with the acres understood to be “more or less. This property is sold in “AS IS” CONDITION and subject to any existing easements, restrictions, reservations or highways of record if any, as well as any or all applicable Zoning Ordinances. 2025 RE taxes payable in 2026, will be paid by the sellers, with the Purchaser to be responsible for all of the 2026 RE taxes payable in 2027. The RE licensees in this transaction are acting as agents for the owners. Sold subject to confirmation of the owners. To make arrangements for absentee bidding or other information contact the auctioneers. Online bidding available! See suttonauction.com for Full Terms & Ad.
ZIMMER LLP, Owner
“We’ve
Town of Trent
PO Box 754
Trent, SD 57065
605-428-5160
trenttown@siouxvalley.net
The Town of Trent is seeking a candidate for the position of part-time Finance Officer. Duties include but are not limited to first contact with the public, council, vendors, and other government entities. Financial balancing, utility accounts, payroll, financial reports, publishing, ordinances, and policies. For an application and complete job description, email trenttown@siouxvalley.net or call 605-428-5160.
This position reports to the town Council. Salary is dependent on experience. Initial applications will begin to be reviewed, February 25, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
The Town of Trent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
WHOEVER SHOT OUR TAME BLACK AND WHITE CAT ON THE CORNER OF 485 AND 226 BY THE TREE GROVE - YOU MUST BE A VERY PROUD ? HUNTER ? YOU GIVE ALL GOOD HUNTERS A BAD NAME BY KILLING HER! SHE WAS A VERY NICE CAT!!! If you wish to apologize for the killing Please call the Booster at 605-997-2872 and they will put you in contact with us!!!
“Kids today are soft. I DIED once when I was 5 and my Mom made me Walk it off !!!”
Now Open in Trent “The Body Shop”
Powered by Slender You Machines also available Red Light Therapy and Heartland Ovation Tanning Bed No membership fees Call for appointment[ Kathy Baty 605-376-1423 307 Railroad Street Trent SD
FOR SALE
NEW DODGE 15” CHROME REVERSE RIMS WITH HUB COVERS - MAKE AN OFFER
1997 WHITE FORD ASPIRE - RUNNING - $1200 FORD 8N TRACTOR W/LOADER - $ runs good ALLIS CHALMERS D-14 - $ - runs good
INTERNATIONAL 7’ SICKLE BAR MOWER
3 SICKLE BARS - $400 please call again lost your # THREE PORTABLE GENERATORS
ONE NEW - PRICED TO SELL - $300 to $700 STARCRAFT SUPER SPORT 16’ ALUMINUM BOAT
( 50 HP Mercury outboard, Tuned up & put away, Good Trailer with electric winch, Depth Finder, Live Well, 2 gas tanks, Quicksilver shifter, Older but in very good condition. Always Garaged - $4000) FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALL - 605-997-3441
LEAVE A NUMBER
MAKE AN OFFER YOU MIGHT OWN IT!
Blind Date With A Book!
Let the library be your matchmaker!
1) Pick up a wrapped book date in February & March from the Moody County Resource Center based on the clues on the cover (adult patrons only).
2) Take it home & get to know one another by reading it.
3) Return your “date” to the library, along with your completed “Rate the Date” card. You wil l be entered in our sweepstakes whether you fell in love, or met a dud! Multiple entries possible!
4) NEW! 3 lucky winners will be drawn from the rating cards on April 1st at a special party for those who entered!
Moody County Resource Center
610 W Community Dr, Flandreau (605) 997-3326
ANNUAL PRE-PLANTING ONLINE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
Our Annual Pre-Planting Consignment Auction will be held Online at www. WiemanAuction.com. All items will be located at the Wieman Auction Facility –44628 SD Highway 44, Marion, SD or from Marion, SD, 1-mile South and ½ mile West on Highway 44 on:
TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 • 9 AM CST
LUNCH ONSITE BY THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LADIES
This Auction will offer over 700 lots in total. A Large Assortment of Tractors (34x4’s, 10+ MFD’s, 50+ 2 WD), 15+ Combines, Large Assortment of Corn Heads, Bean Heads, Dummy Heads, Head Transports, Grain Carts, Gravity Boxes, Augers, Planters, Tillage, Haying & Forage Equipment, Skid Loader Attachments, Trucks, Trailers, Fencing and more!
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This is another large and interesting auction of consignments by Area Farmers & Dealers. You are welcome to watch the auction on the big screen at the Wieman Auction Facility. We will have multiple representatives available to place bids for you! For more details/pictures, please call our office or visit us online at WiemanAuction.com. South Dakota sales tax will be charged. This ad is subject to additions and deletions. All consignments must have been approved by the Wiemans! We have excellent loading and unloading equipment. Financing and trucking are available. We are in our 77th year of selling. We offer honest and fair treatment to all because we appreciate your business! Bring a friend and come prepared to buy! If you are driving a good distance – please call to make sure the item is here. Welcome to the “Machinery Mall of South Dakota!” The next auction is April 28th!
210 North Prairie St., Flandreau SD (Handicapped Accessible)
Worship: 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:15 am
Colman Lutheran Church, ELCA
Dell Sanderson, Interim Pastor Worship, 9 am Sunday Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays Worship with us on Facebook too!
Phone 605.534.3224 or email us at colmanlutheranchurchelca@gmail.com
Second Presbyterian
Pastor Ann Spitzenberger Ph. 605-997-3244 - Flandreau SD (Handicapped Accessible)
9:30 am Sunday School (During School Year) 10:30 am Worship 11:30 am Fellowship
Trent Baptist
Randy Maass, Pastor Ph. 605-428-5682 - Trent SD (Handicapped Accessible)
Sunday: 9:10 am Prayer Time, 9:30 am Morning Worship 10:40 am Sunday School
St. Mary’s/Our Blessed Redeemer Episcopal Flandreau SD
Sunday: 10:00 am Worship Sunday School to follow
Faith Baptist Church
Pastor David Lillibridge
106 South Veterans, Flandreau SD
Sunday 11 am & 6:30 pm
Wednesday Bible Study 12:05-12:55 pm Thursday: 6:30 pm
The Rescue Church
Ph. 605-573-0080
www.therescuechurch.com Flandreau SD
Lead Pastor - Sam Pickard
Sunday: 10 am service iCampus www.therescuechurch.tv Sunday: 10:00 am Service
Trinity Lutheran Church- Elkton Worship Service 8:30 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM Immanuel Lutheran Church-Ward Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday School 11: AM Time change effective Jan 1
First Presbyterian 605-997-3244 (Handicapped Accessible) Sunday: 10:00 am Worship
Sioux Valley Baptist Rural Trent SD Sunday 10 am Worship Service
THE CITY OF EGAN IS ALSO SEEKING A FINANCE OFFICER
THE CITY OF EGAN is seeking a professional candidate for the part-time position of Finance Officer. This position is responsible for management of the City’s fiscal activities, will perform a wide range of duties, which include those assigned by the governing body. Salary DOE. Position description and application are available at the online at egansd.com or by calling 605-997-2274 or emailing egancity@outlook.com. Applications and Resumes may be mailed to: 101 N. Irvin Street, Egan, SD 57024, or email to egancity@outlook.com Egan City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Moody County, South Dakota, has declared as surplus property parcels of land which are legally described as follows:
SOUTH HALF (S ½) OF LOT EIGHT (8), AND THE SOUTH HALF (S ½) OF LOT NINE (9), ALL IN BLOCK SIX (6) OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE CITY OF EGAN, MOODY COUNTY, SOUTH DAKOTA; and
LOTS FIVE (5) AND SIX (6), OF BLOCK THREE (3), DUNNING & PETTIGREW'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FLANDREAU, MOODY COUNTY, SOUTH DAKOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that said real estate, and improvements located thereon, will be offered for sale by the County, by public auction, according to the following general terms and conditions:
1. Property is sold “As Is”; a. The above-described property may be subject to easements, restrictions, reservations, fences, or right-of-ways. The County does not warrant or guarantee that existing fences constitute the true and accurate boundary of the property, and any new fencing, if any, will be the responsibility of the purchaser, pursuant to South Dakota statute.
2. Title will be conveyed by a Corporate Warranty Deed;
3. In addition to the bid price, Purchaser will pay for all transfer fees associated with recording the title, including the cost of title insurance.
4. Any future use, zoning, or development is subject to the approval of the governing body wherein the property is located.
5. Parties desiring to bid upon the property may contact the office of the Moody County Commissioners Office at (605) 573-4353 in order to arrange a time and date for inspecting the above-referenced premises.
6. A 10% non-refundable down payment shall be made to the Moody County Auditor on the day of sale, with the balance due within thirty (30) days after the sale
7. The auction will be with a minimum reserve, and all bids are to subject approval of the County Commission at the close of bidding.
8. The auction shall occur on the first floor of the Moody County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m., on February 17, 2026, with said physical address being 101 E. Pipestone Avenue, Flandreau, South Dakota.
Published by the authority of the Moody County Commission.
Jerry Doyle, Moody County Commission Chair
ATTEST: Tawny Heinemann, Moody County Auditor
Aeriel Equipment
All Terrain Scissor Lift
(Indoor/Outdoor)
Drive Around Z Boom
(A l Terrain, indoor/outdoor, 52’ working he ght)
Hard Surface Scissor Lifts
Push Around Lift
(compactible & expandable to 46 ft working height)
Tow Behind Boom Lifts
(42’ & 52’ working height)
Automotive
Battery Chargers
Car Trailers
Chain Hoists
Engine Hoists
Engine Tools
Grinders
Impact Wrenches
Plasma Cutter
Polishers
Portable Welders
Service Jacks
Torque Wrenches
Tow Dollies
Transmission Jacks
Wheel Pullers
Wire Feed Welders
Concrete/Masonry
Bull Floats
Cement Mixers
Concrete Grinders
Concrete Saws
Concrete Vibrators
Core Drills
Diamond Blades
Fresnos
Hand Tools
Mortar Mixers
Power Screeds
Power Trowels
Construction
Air Compressors
Bolt Cutters
Compactors
Concrete Breakers
Demolition Hammers
Drywall Lifts
Forklifts / High Lifts
Generators
Jacks
Laser Levels
Loader/Blades
Lot Pin Locator
Moisture Detector
Pallet Forks
Pneumatic Nailers
Post Jacks
Pumps and Hoses
Scaffolding
Skid Loaders
Skid Steer Augers
Space Heaters
Transits
Trenchers
Excavators
Variety of Sizes
Floors
Carpet Cleaners
Carpet Staplers
Carpet Stretchers
Carpet Tools
Deck Sanders
Floor Edgers
Floor Nailers
Floor Polishers
Floor Sanders
Floor Staplers
Magnum Floor Shear
Tile Cutters
Tile Saws
Vacuum Cleaners
Home/Office
Dehumidifiers
Fans
Floor Dryers
Heaters
Metal Detectors
Overhead Projectors
Ozone Generator
Televisions
Lawn/Garden
Bed Edgers
Brick Saws
Brush Cutters
Dump Trailers
Hedge Trimmers
Lawn Aerators
Lawn Edgers
Lawn Mowers
Leaf Blowers
Log Splitters
Mini Skid Loader
Mowers
Overseeders
Paver Saws
Post Hole Augers
Post Pounders
Seeders
Snowblowers
Sod Cutters
Sprayers
Spreaders
String Trimmers
Stump Grinder
Thatchers
Tillers
Tractor/Loaders
Tree Spades
Tree Trimmers
Wheelbarrows
Moving
Appliance Trucks
Boxes
Car Trailers
Dollies
Enclosed Trailers (Various Sizes)
Furniture Pads
Moving Trucks
Piano Dollies
Trailers
Party Chairs
Coffee Makers
Commercial Gas Grill
Cotton Candy Machines
Dunk Tank
Inflatable Bouncers (many new inflatables!)
Popcorn Machines
Sno Cone Machines
Tables Tents
Paint/Decorating
Airless Paint Sprayers
Heat Guns
Ladders
Parking Lot Stripers
Power Washers (hot and cold)
Stairway Scaffolding
Texture Sprayers
Wallpaper
Steamers
Plumbing
Drain Cleaning Equipment
Pipe Wrenches
Sewer Augers
Submersible Pumps
Thread Cutters
Torches
Trash Pumps
Date: Time
January 28, 2026 7:00 am – 9:00 am February 4, 2026 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
When It Comes to Auctions, EXPERIENCE COUNTS!
At Sutton Auctioneers and Land Brokers we have a Strong Reputation and a Proven Track Record for Success and are Widely Recognized as Leaders in the Land Market and the Auction Industry, Being Licensed in South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa & Nebraska. Our Experienced Team of Associates, Provides EXPERIENCE and RESULTS that are Second to None!
With more than 90 years longevity in the Auction Industry, Sutton Auctioneers and Land Brokers has delivered decades of trusted service, accumulated a wealth of experience, and a reputation with a Track Record for Success and Recognition as One of the Pre-Eminent & Leading Auction Companies in the Upper Midwest.
In 2025 Chuck Sutton and Jared Sutton of Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, LLC experienced a high level of success with their land, acreages, and other real estate auctions, achieving remarkable results, selling over 12,000 acres at auction, while also selling additional land and numerous rural acreages, homes, and other classes of Real Estate by Private Treaty.
Additionally, our farm equipment and other personal property auctions achieved some very noteworthy results, some of which were highlighted as some of the highest farm equipment sales results in the nation. This kind of success isn’t an accident, as it only happens with an extensive understanding of market trends and conditions, along with a wealth of expertise gained from decades of experience and a reputation of success by being a leader in the auction industry, as our motto states, “SUCCESSFUL AUCTIONS DON’T JUST HAPPEN, THEY’RE PLANNED!
THE LAND MARKET IN REVIEW FOR 2025:
Questions continue to be presented to us about the strength of the land market. It has been our observation that the land market remained very strong throughout 2025, achieving record or near-record prices in many instances. A key driver as to why land values continue to remain so strong is that in most areas, there continues to be an inadequate or limited supply of land available for purchase, with fewer quality land offerings available relative to demand.
At the close of 2025, we witnessed that many land buyers continue to remain "Sold on the Market" – particularly those with strong equity positions, as agricultural land continues to be viewed as a safe and reliable investment. Even amid ongoing agricultural and economic uncertainty, interest rate pressures, governmental tariffs, and other influences, the land market once again continued to “Defy Gravity” performing at near record, and in some cases at record levels.
AS FOR 2026 – Going forward, paramount factors including supply and demand, interest rates, other economic trends and influences, commodity prices for grain and livestock, crop production, farm operating expenses, weather and other extenuating circumstances will be influencers for 2026 and beyond. In our opinion, in the near term we are guardedly optimistic that land values will continue to remain strong as we begin 2026. Land sale results in 2025 achieved some “Record & Near Record Highs” in many instances, rivaling values achieved in 2023 and previous years. Especially noteworthy, in 2025 we had 34 sales that sold for $10,000.00 or more per acre with the highest being $19,000.00 per acre in Minnehaha County, SD, with our high for agricultural land in the past two years being an 80 acre parcel of ag land in Edison Township in Minnehaha County, SD, that sold for $26,500.00 per acre in 2024.
In summary, IT IS A GREAT TIME TO SELL! - As the Demand for High Quality Land & Pasture Outpaces Supply. As we begin 2026, it appears that the mindset of farm operators and investors alike in the market for land have a high degree of optimism and remain competitive in their pursuit and acquisition of land, and that said - the auction method of marketing in conjunction with our knowledge and professional experience creates a forum that exposes your property to the maximum number of qualified buyers, resulting in the true “Fair Market Value” and "Top Dollar" for your property. Our land sales are conducted in a manner where there are no "Buyer's Premiums" or "Hidden Fees!"
The Sale of Your Property may be a Once in a Lifetime Event, so it is important to rely on the Team of Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, LLC, comprised of a team of auction and real estate professionals with the Experience, a Strong Work Ethic, Knowledge, Education, Marketing & Promotional Skills and Last but Not Least – An Unparalleled Track Record of Success! The auction method of marketing has become “METHOD OF CHOICE” providing the “ULTIMATE MARKETPLACE” – by maximizing the number of prospective buyers, while also allowing sellers to dictate the terms of sale - by having the ability to set the date, place, time and terms of sale; while placing all buyers on a fair and equal playing field, where all parties have a fair and equal opportunity to bid and buy!
A Sincere “Thanks” to all of the sellers we had the privilege to serve, a big Thank You also, to all of the buyers, bidders and others who attended our real estate, farm equipment and other personal property auctions, and especially to those who continue to spread the accolades concerning our auction services and staff, our professionalism, experience, reputation and integrity. Again, THANK YOU ALL for your business and continued support! We look forward to putting our experience to work for you in 2026.
A LEGACY BUILT ON EXPERIENCE & RESULTS: 2026 marks a monumental milestone as we continue into our 94th year and the 4th generation of our firm providing professional Auction, Real Estate & Farm Management Services. Founded in 1932 in Flandreau, SD, we now operate in three office locations, as Kuhle-Sutton Agency, LLC in Flandreau, SD, Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, LLC in Sioux Falls, SD and Pipestone Realty, LLC in Pipestone, MN.
our Perspective We Believe – THE LAND MARKET CONTINUED TO “DEFY GRAVITY” IN 2025! Once again in 2025 Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, LLC Continued to be a Leader in the Auction Profession Evidenced by another year of REMARKABLE RESULTS selling over 16,000 Acres in 26 Counties in South Dakota and Minnesota! WHY THE AUCTION METHOD WORKS - Acre per Acre, Item per Item, Head per Head & Dollar per Dollar, a Professionally Managed and Conducted Auction is the Most Efficient Method by which a Seller May Merchandise and Obtain the “TOP DOLLAR” for their Property! WHEN PLANNING AN AUCTION OF YOUR LAND, OTHER REAL ESTATE, FARM EQUIPMENT OR OTHER VALUABLE ASSETS OR ARE IN NEED OF EXPERIENCED FARM MANAGEMENT SERVICES - CONTACT SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS AND LET THEM AND THEIR TEAM PUT THEIR YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TO WORK FOR YOU!
