Thou shalt not remove thy neighbor’s landmark… Deuteronomy 19:14 Why do you suppose the supreme law giver, God, addressed and instructed through Moses in early biblical times that the people not remove their neighbor’s landmark? For the very same reason...
It doesn’t get much better than winding through a mature stand of timber with a healthy understory and a slight char on the bottom of the trees. These are all...
In our four-part series we’ve discussed habitat management, herd management and now we find ourselves diving into one of the most challenging aspects of wildlife management, HUNTER MANAGEMENT, managing the...
Managing the deer herd on your ranch can be a daunting task if not approached in the correct manner. It is certainly one of those topics, like habitat management, that...
Key Takeaways Pricklypear spreads fast and takes over pasture, especially through dry years. Mechanical grubbing runs $80 to $100 per hour. The cactus has to be buried under 18 to...
We all want to attract and hold game on our property, but that’s often easier said than done. Intensive deer management can be an overwhelming project to take on, but...
Your Farm & Ranch Investment Property and Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges by Casey Berley, ALC, Hortenstine Ranch Company One of the most lucrative considerations available to help investors sell...
By Blake Hortenstine, Ranch Broker There are low-fenced people and there are high-fenced people when it comes to managing and growing trophy whitetails. Both can be quite passionate about their...
When the holiday season arrives, Texas and nearby Oklahoma towns come alive with lights, music, and the kind of small-town charm that makes this time of year special. Across the
Your ranch property represents years of hard work and investment. The fence you choose protects that investment while keeping your livestock safe and your boundaries clear. A good fence does
Key Takeaways Top rural picks include Ben Wheeler, Athens, Mount Vernon, Mount Pleasant, Gilmer, Hallsville, Albany, Coleman, Meridian, Gainesville, and Breckenridge. Texas living is not one-size-fits-all. Ranch country, lake towns,
Key Takeaways Texas ranches earn through cattle, hunting leases, and agriculture, while the land itself usually appreciates. Tax advantages stack up: agricultural exemptions, no state income tax, and reduced property
Key Takeaways The post covers 11 regions: South Texas Brush Country, Hill Country, San Angelo, Menard County, Coleman County, Ingram, Lubbock Region, Brady, Quanah, Chaparral Wildlife Management Area, and the