What is a CSR Score?
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What is a CSR Score?
In Iowa, farmland productivity is often measured using the Crop Suitability Rating (CSR) or its updated version, CSR2. This score helps determine the land’s potential for crop production on a scale of 0.5 to 100, with 100 being the most productive.
Key Facts About CSR Scores
- Introduced: Iowa State University created CSR in 1978 and updated it to CSR2 in 2015.
- Key Factors: Soil type, topography, water-holding capability, and slope.
- CSR2 Update: Improved accuracy by including water-holding capability.
- Why It Matters: All government agencies, like USDA and FSA, use CSR2 to assess farmland value.
Why It’s Important for Sellers
Knowing your farm’s CSR2 score provides valuable insight into its productivity and marketability. Buyers rely on this data to evaluate farmland quality, making it a key tool for pricing and negotiations.
Key Takeaways
- CSR2 scores range from 0.5 to 100, with higher scores indicating better productivity.
- Soil type, water retention, and topography significantly impact the score.
- Updated CSR2 scores are the standard for government agencies and farmland valuation.
For more insights into your land’s potential or help determining your CSR2 score, contact David Whitaker – Iowa Land Guy today!
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