Grasslands CRP Program
It was once said, “The best thing about the land is the landscape.” A good point, but what is also very rewarding is an additional return on your investment through special programs designed to protect and preserve that landscape. Many landowners are unaware of ongoing incentives for maintaining or enhancing certain portions of their property, and the financial assistance which may be available. For years, the federal government and its various agencies have provided assistance and incentives to farmers and ranchers. The incentives I am referring to are for specified time frames and are not permanent easements with recorded deed
Connect with Joette Schalla, ALC
Joette has been a Colorado Ranch Broker since 2004, specializing in working ranches, mountain properties, and legacy land across the state. Since joining Fay Ranches in 2022, she has continued to offer clients the benefit of her deep expertise in land transactions and firsthand ranching experience. She holds the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation through the Realtors Land Institute (RLI). She was elected Governor-at-Large in 2024, taking on a state leadership role and advocating for high standards within the land brokerage industry.
Miles for Piles: Staying Compliant in the Next American Gold Rush
“Miles for piles.” It’s a saying every shed hunter knows, and for good reason. We walk miles, sometimes tens of miles, over rugged terrain just for the chance to find that one single antler, and in full transparency, a handful is more realistic of a goal than an actual pile these days. For me, it’s […]
Are You Eligible for an Emergency Drought Relief Loan in 2025?
Landowners in several Wyoming counties may be eligible for emergency drought funding. Ranching in Wyoming or any of the other Rocky Mountain states can provide many unique challenges. Often, landowners operate on narrow margins before weathering difficulties such as droughts, flash floods, and natural disasters. These scenarios can leave producers in a difficult position and […]
