Congratulations to Amy Smith of Smith Ranch Real Estate for her sale of a 7,101-acre Dwyer Ranch in Platte County, Wyoming. This sale occurred on September 8, 2017.
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Wild Boar: The Perfect Year-Round Bowhunting Quarry
Wild hogs were seemingly created for the bowhunter. They are prolific, accessible, they don’t have the best eyesight in the world—and they are excellent table fare.
Listing of the Week: Bayou Development Opportunity on the Doorstep of The Big Easy
The arrival of the 2,189-acre Passes of Pontchartrain, listed for sale on September 7 via Republic Ranches, represents an intriguing investment opportunity within minutes of downtown New Orleans.
Lands of America August 2017 Land News & Trends
Here is your roundup of significant sales and new land listings on Lands of America in August 2017.
Major Ranch Realty Sells Large Working Cattle Ranch in Central New Mexico
Congratulations to Randell Major of Major Ranch Realty for his sale of a 27,905-acre cattle ranch in Torrance County, New Mexico. This sale occurred on September 5, 2017.
Hurricane Harvey: Disaster-Relief Resources for Texas Ranchers & Landowners
Here is a roundup of disaster-relief resources for Texas ranchers and landowners impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
3 Reasons Why Hunters Miss the Shot
There can be many reasons hunters miss a shot at a big game animal—almost as many reasons as there are excuses. Here are three things to consider before you pull the trigger.
Understanding Historical Weather Patterns to Improve Ranch Selection
What is the carrying capacity of a ranch? An extremely important question that requires an understanding of regional soil and water factors as well as historical weather patterns.
Texas Home-Land Realty Sells 10,000-Acre West Texas Hunting Ranch
Congratulations to Ken and Samantha Burton of Texas Home-Land Realty for their sale of a 10,240-acre hunting ranch in Pecos County, Texas.
How to Create Artificial Cover for Bats, Birds & Bass on Your Land
Food, cover, water, and space are the basic habitat components that are central to the health of all wildlife species. Though perhaps not as sexy as food or water, cover requirements for wildlife are often the weak links in the habitat equation for various wildlife.
Listing of the Week: Barefoot is an Idyllic and Very Private Ranch-Resort Retreat
A WORLD-CLASS TEXAS RESORT, this 2,500± acre idyllic and very private retreat ranch-resort absolutely defines the very best of authentic Texas lifestyle.
Dr. Wallace Klussmann: Education, Conservation & Dedication
In 1993, Dr. Wallace Klussmann, professor emeritus at Texas A&M University, ended his 30-year career in higher education and immediately embarked on his second “career” as a volunteer.
Texas Land Market’s Mid-Year Report 2017
Prices in Texas land markets continued to rise in the first half of 2017 about 4.3 percent above price in the first half of 2016. Political uncertainty, falling value of the dollar, and continued prosperity promise to support current price and volume trends for the remainder of the year.
Slow Soak: Guide to Managing Water on Your Land
“Anything we can do to slow runoff down gives us more of a chance to soak it into the ground,” says Kyle Wright, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services water quality specialist for Texas.
Walker & Martin Ranch Sales Sell 2,227-Acre Ranch in the Prairies of Eastern New Mexico
Congratulations to Greg Martin and Robert Martin of Walker & Martin Ranch Sales for the sale this week of Cross 5 Ranch in eastern New Mexico.
How to Establish a Timber Basis
Buying raw land is a long-term investment that can reap rewards beyond other real-estate transactions like commercial or rental properties.
Listing of the Week: Hat Creek Ranch Is Exclusive & Tranquil Medina County Retreat
Uniquely suited to the south Texas and Hill Country lifestyle, the Hat Creek Ranch offers both large scale entertainment possibilities and quiet retreat areas.
On the Cover: Double J Ranch
Double J Ranch in Real County is a Colorado-like property in the Texas Hill Country.
Sheldon Grothaus: A Moving Target
Sheldon Grothaus, owner-broker of Texas Ranch Sales LLC in Hondo, is a tall, moving target.
Rio Bonito Ranch: Tour a Texas Hill Country Icon
For the past 87 years, the 14,965-acre Rio Bonito Ranch has been owned by the Moody family, one of the Lone Star State’s founding families. For the first time ever, as part of an estate liquidation, it is for sale.
Fall 2017 Texas Land & Lifestyle Trends
Our snapshot of what’s trending in Texas land industry and lifestyle.
