Here is some expert advice from Texas A&M live stock specialists Rick Machen and Ron Gill about getting into the cattle business.
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Buying Land
Tools and tips to make buying land easier
Crown Jewel of Kentucky’s Bluegrass: Calumet Farm
This is a season of regeneration at Calumet Farm, Lexington’s sprawling 91-year-old thoroughbred nursery. In the three years since billionaire landowner Brad Kelley’s Calumet Investment Group paid $35.9 million for the operation, Kelley has pumped money—and horses—into restoring a property many consider the crown jewel of the bluegrass.
The “New” Value of Ranch Properties
While Webster’s New World Dictionary defines a ranch as “a large farm, especially in the Western U.S., for raising cattle, horses, or sheep,” the fact is that this traditional definition of a ranch only scratches the surface of what transpires on many of today’s larger western properties.
A Plan for All Seasons
We take a look at some of the properties in the Field Sport Concepts portfolio.
In the Spotlight: Dr. Paul and Toni Burns
Two seemingly ordinary moments inspired the couple to restore their Brown County ranch, a piece of property that has been in Paul’s family since 1873 to its pre-settlement condition.
Understanding Section 1031 Tax Exchanges When Buying Land
Few long-term investments can match land for added income potential and enjoyment.
History of Texas’ Legendary Four Sixes Ranch
The Four Sixes Ranch is part of the famous Burnett Ranches LLC, which is among the most storied family-run businesses in Texas history.
All in the Family: Interview with Sam Middleton
When looking for an example of a family run business, one would be hard pressed to find a better example than Chas S. Middleton & Son.
