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What is a “Ranch”?

April 13, 2020

By Ken Bentz The term “ranch” has evolved over the years in the West as a whole, but it also has different meanings regionally. A ranch in Colorado is often a much different property than one in Eastern Oregon. The definition also changes the closer one gets to an urban area. The transformation of this […]

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Invest in the American West | Why Idaho?

January 30, 2020

Idaho is still the unfound secret to the northwest, filled with a vast array of wild forests, snow-capped mountains, fertile soil, picturesque canyons, clear rivers, and plenty of public lands to enjoy in conjunction with your private. Sparsely populated, full of scenic wonders, and featuring world-class trout fishing and hunting, Idaho is an outdoor enthusiast’s […]

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Different Roles Found On A Ranch

October 1, 2018

By Dan Leahy, DL Resource Management, LLC There are many different potential roles on a property. Your exact needs will be determined by the type of property you own and its features and uses. The successful operation of a property, whether it’s a farm or a ranch, starts with making sure you have the right […]

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Calving Season, Bull Selection Prove Cattle Industry Still King in Montana

May 9, 2018

By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Photos by Hailey Rae, Montana Ag Photography Spring is in the air in Montana, and while newborn calves dot the landscape, producers across the state are already busy planning and preparing for the 2019 calving season. With a gestation period of 283 days, give or take a few, […]

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Investing In Equine Properties: An Interview With Kate Gibson

November 1, 2016

By Clarke Watson As a lifetime horse enthusiast, it’s no coincidence that native Houstonian, Kate Gibson, specializes in brokering equestrian farms and ranches for Republic Ranches, a strategic alliance partner of Fay Ranches. She boasts an impressive equine background, having managed, trained, and competed in the industry for over more than 25 years. Currently, Kate […]

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Don’t Kick The Cows Off: Recommendations For Ranch Buyers

October 1, 2016

By Bill Nutt When reviewing my insurance policies recently, I realized that we have owned our ranch near Twin Bridges, Montana for over a decade. Certainly that isn’t long enough to become an expert, but I have learned a few things I’d like to pass along to those considering a ranch purchase. Here’s a list […]

Agricultural Conservation Easement Program ACEP Helps Landowners Protect and Restore Key Land Assets

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Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) Helps Landowners Protect and Restore Key Land Assets

November 19, 2015

Protecting agricultural land assets just became easier for ranch buyers and owners when Agricultural Secretary, Tom Vilsack, announced on November 16, 2015, that $350 million will be available to help landowners protect and restore key farmlands, grasslands, and wetlands across the United States. The funding is provided through the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), created […]

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An Overview Of Texas Crop Production

October 1, 2015

For the farmers, ranchers, and investors out there who are interested in purchasing property in the Lone Star State, knowledge of crop production and market trends of that production plays an important factor in judging what land to buy and where. Landowners are dealing with a greater number of issues in the 21st century than […]

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Agricultural Lease Rates: A Guide To Estimating Income Potential For Landowners

October 1, 2015

If you are a farm or ranch owner but farming or ranching is not your trade, you are not alone. Landowner demographics in many parts of the West have shifted toward non-operators, particularly in recent decades. If you are a non-operating owner or prospective owner, evaluating your property’s income potential requires an understanding of agricultural […]