Microfarms are common in the agricultural and farming industries, and allow farmers to tend to animals and grow crops on a smaller scale, and usually right in the middle of busy, bustling city centers.
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Owning Land
Tips and resources for the land owner and property improvement, plus advice and information about wildlife and habitat management, property taxes and more
Survival 101: How to Survive a Snake Encounter on the Trail
Snake encounters are uncommon, and snake bites even more so, but it’s always important to read up on snake safety on the trail, just in case you come across one of these slithery creatures.
Securing Large Properties: Smart-Home Security Tips for Larger Lots
Securing a large property with smart home technology may require some creativity, but you may be surprised by the range of tools at your disposal. Here, our expert provides a rundown of what you should expect and consider.
Eric Murrell - August 1, 2018
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How to Start Your Own Vineyard
Who hasn’t secretly dreamed of opening their own vineyard? Pour yourself a glass of merlot or chardonnay and let’s learn all about starting your own vineyard.
The Wild Side of Business: Adding Flavor to the Outdoor Experience
A mile-high look at a few cornerstone considerations for enhancing the outdoor enterprise through the culinary compartment.
Gallery: 20 Beautiful Barn Designs for Your Land
Enjoy the view of these 20 beautiful barns from the veteran barn kit providers at Barn Pros, plus get the essentials for what you need to consider before building a barn on your land.
Q&A with Kathy Shea Mormino, aka “The Chicken Chick”
We recently had the pleasure of connecting with Kathy Shea Mormino, author of The Chicken Chick’s Guide to Backyard Chickens: Simple Steps for Healthy, Happy Hens and the newly published Lifestyles of the Chicken Famous: Pretty Pets in The Chicken Chick’s Backyard, to learn more about her love of chicken-rearing and how she came to […]
Notes from the Field: It’s Time to GIS—Get It Surveyed!
A detailed look at what to expect from a land survey of your property, and why it’s so important to conduct a thorough survey with the help of a qualified land professional.
Cathy Costarides, PLS - June 6, 2018
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The Pleasures & Treasures of Owning Rural Lands in Texas
With some 96 percent of the Texas landscape being held by private ownership, let’s look at some of the pleasures and treasures that are reflective of today’s interest in owning a piece of Texas.
What the New Tax Law Means for Agriculture & Rural Landowners
The largest overhaul of the U.S. tax code in three decades went into effect this year, impacting farmers, ranchers and other rural landowners in a variety of ways. For the most part, financial experts anticipate benefits for these groups.
How to Install Power on Vacant Land
Whether you’re setting up a camp in a rural area or starting a house on an empty lot, you’ll need some power to truly make it livable. Here’s a guide to running power or electricity to your land.
Steve Willson - April 16, 2018
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The Wild Side of Business: Top 10 Customer-Service Strategies
There are few industries that offer as much of an opportunity to profoundly impact client satisfaction through basic customer-service strategies as what you find in wildlife-based recreational enterprises. Our regular columnist outlines his ten tips for customer-service success.
How to Invest in Land With a Self-Directed Retirement Account
If you make money by selling, leasing or developing raw land, you can put these same strategies to work for your future with a self-directed retirement plan.
Dylan Docker, New Direction IRA - April 3, 2018
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Are Solar Panels Worth the Investment for Your Home?
My neighbors have solar panels. Each time I drive up our driveway those panels glare back at me with judgement. The pangs of guilt surge through me like a chill. Ever try out those solar calculators on your favorite green-living sites? I have. Whenever I input my information I find myself falling down a rabbit […]
Kyle Pennell - March 21, 2018
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Livestock Insurance Helps Protect Against Weather and Market Risks
Raising livestock can be a rewarding but sometimes risky business. One risk management tool available to producers is livestock insurance, which can pay off both financially and in terms of peace of mind.
Impacts of Brush Management on Land Values
When it comes to brush work, it’s been said that you should know your plants, know their values and know how to manipulate them. So, as a land owner, don’t simply focus on goals that only suit the needs of today but consider how to best preserve or enhance your land values for tomorrow.
3 Lawn Care Practices You Can Do Yourself
Your lawn should be the pride of your landscaping. Thick, vibrant green grass makes any outdoor space more beautiful, drives up your property values, and keeps your yard cool and comfortable. Unfortunately, you probably can’t get the lush lawn of your dreams without help.
Guide to Native Plants of the Mountain West
The Mountain West is a region of majesty and beauty. The wide mountain range lends to native plants that can survive in adverse conditions. The following native plants of the Mountain West can be seen in various habitats and do well in area gardens and landscapes.
Stephanie Smith - February 28, 2018
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Guide to Native Plants of the Southwest
If you live in the American Midwest or Southwest, you are surely no stranger to the difficulties of trying to maintain a luscious, verdant garden. It can be incredibly hot and dry, making it tough to cultivate many strands of ornamental plants.
Emily Higgins - February 21, 2018
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Hunters Helping Farmers: On the Hunt for Feral Pigs with Hog Carl
Feral pigs, also called wild hogs, can pose a problem to landowners growing valuable crops. Join the author as she rides along on a South Carolina hog hunt to learn more about the connection between hunters and farmers to control this destructive species.
