South Dakota Land Values Move Up

According to a recently released report from South Dakota State University, land values are up more than 25 percent across the state. Cash rents have also increased, gaining 15 percent over the same period. The report states that these are the highest increases the state has seen in 18 years. For more on this story, click here.

The Best Job in America?

In a previous story at LandReport.com, we took a look at the value of hiring a competent ranch manager to oversee a larger piece of property. While competency is one key attribute, passion is another. Read on to see what I mean. Read more

Low Food Levels, High Corn Prices Mean Less Land for CRP

Driving today I tuned into C-SPAN Radio on my XM dial looking for something better than the latest Top 20. I caught the tail end of a conversation,  Congressional testimony it sounded like, regarding the current food crisis that is plaguing the United States and the rest of the world. The discussion centered on a program and its effects on those prices. Read more

Yellowstone NP halts bison slaughter

The number of bison in Yellowstone dropped by a staggering amount this winter. According to this CNN report, the population fell from more than 4,700 to just 2,300 since November. What’s causing the decline? Read inside for more. Read more

Corn profits rocket skyward

Corn revenues could easily surpass $40 billion in the United States this year as farmers rush to take advantage of rising interest in ethanol,  according to a recent report issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Read more

A ranch managers key component: communication

Firms oversee large-scale improvements and management practices but are rarely involved in the day-to-day aspects of running a ranch. That is where your ranch manager steps in to take over. Read more

Tips for the first-time buyer of rural land

Knowing exactly what you want in a piece of property can help make your first land-buying experience a positive one. Read more

Going With a Ranch Management Company

For some it’s a lawn crew. For others, a cleaning service or a pool boy. Upkeep on your primary residence often requires professional support. The same is true for a recreational property, particularly a larger one. This is where ranch management firms come into play. Read more

Orvis/Cushman & Wakefield offers up the best

It is the premiere brokerage of recreational properties in the country, and the mission of Orvis/Cushman & Wakefield is simple: “Connect individuals with the highest-quality, investment-grade recreational properties to fit their needs and vision” and “do so with an emphasis on conservation …”

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How to find 100 acres and a river

When it came time to find a piece of property in Montana, Tom Brokaw was a man with a simple request: 100 acres and a river. An avid fisherman and upland bird hunter, he wanted a property where both his rural hobbies could be enjoyed. If you look long enough, chances are you can find exactly what you’re looking for. Read more

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