Certified General Appraiser
Real Estate Salesperson
Owner of Agri Affiliates, Inc.
About Mike Wilken, ARA
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude, University of Nebraska-Kearney– 2005
ADVANCED TRAINING
American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA): Key Issues of Grain Elevator Valuation, Property Rights: Why Haven’t I Heard This Before, Best In Business Ethics, Cost Approach for General Appraisers, Sales Comparison Approach for General Appraisers, Cost Approach Applications, Integrated Approaches to Value, Appraising Agricultural Land in Transition, Eminent Domain, Appraising Ag Facilities Feedlot Seminar, Valuation of Conservation Easements and Other Partial Interests in Real Estate, and Advanced Rural Case Studies. Appraisal Institute: Basic Appraisal Procedures, Basic Appraisal Principles, General Appraiser Income Approach Parts 1 & 2, Real Estate Finance, Statistics, and Valuation Modeling. Hondros Learning: Investment Analysis for Income Properties
QUALIFICATIONS
With an average of over 50 appraisals conducted annually, ranging from small 3-acre parcels to expansive land holdings exceeding 1,000 acres, bringing extensive experience in valuing a wide variety of land types and uses, and specializing in advanced property valuations for use in litigation, estate and succession, financial structuring, and corporate/commercial planning.
Expertise includes complex appraisal scenarios involving multi-parcel properties, and transitional land, consistently delivering comprehensive, USPAP-compliant reports tailored to both public and private sector needs.
EXPERIENCE
2020-Present: Agri Affiliates, Inc., performing agricultural appraisals and real estate sales
2007-Present: Independent Insurance Agent, owner and principal agent of independent insurance agency
LICENSES
Certified General Appraiser in Nebraska & Kansas
Real Estate Salesman License- Nebraska
Life and Health Insurance Agent Producer-Nebraska
Life and Health Insurance Agent Consultant-Nebraska
FAA UAS Part 107 Pilot License
PROFESSIONAL
Recipient of 2024 Nebraska Chapter ASFMRA Early Career Award
Accredited Member of Nebraska Chapter and National Chapter of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers “ASFMRA”
Earned Designation as Accredited Rural Appraiser (ARA) in 2025
Graduate of Leadership Kearney and former Board President 2013
Graduate of Leadership Nebraska
Articles by Mike Wilken, ARA
Local Knowledge is Critical for Accurate Ag Land Valuations
Online property estimates often fall short for farm and ranch land. Discover why automated valuations miss key factors like soil, water, and improvements—and why local expertise matters for accurate ag land values.
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Mike Wilken Talks Rural Appraisals on KRVN
Learn why ARA-designated appraisers matter in Nebraska. Hear Mike’s KRVN interview and discover trusted agricultural appraisal expertise from Agri Affiliates.
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Nebraska Recreational Land: Where Outdoor Recreation Meets Smart Investment
Nebraska is well known for its farms and prairies, but it’s also one of the Midwest’s sweet spots for hunting, fishing, and recreational land ownership. With abundant wildlife, thriving fisheries, and strong land values, the state offers both outdoor enjoyment and long-term investment opportunities. Hunting & Wildlife Nebraska is home to white-tailed and mule deer, […]
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Mike Wilken | ASFMRA 2024 Early Career Award
NORTH PLATTE, NE, February 19th, 2024 — Each year, the Nebraska Chapter of the America Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) recognizes distinguished ag land professionals with awards that honor the individuals’ contributions in the field of agriculture with the emphasis on rural appraisal and farm management. Last week many of Agri Affiliates’ […]
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