Low Food Levels, High Corn Prices Mean Less Land for CRP
May 6, 2008
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
April 28, 2008
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 Sky High
April 27, 2008
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
April 27, 2008
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
Rising Land Values in Illinois
April 27, 2008
Farmland values in Illinois increased by nearly 6 percent during the first half of this year with investors, both local and national, bidding up the rural properties, particularly in the “collar counties” around Chicago. Rather than focus on short-term problems in the credit and housing markets, many long-term investors perceive an “asset shortage,” and that is driving the price. Read more
Tips for the first-time buyer of rural land
April 27, 2008
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
April 27, 2008
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
April 27, 2008
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 …”
West Texas - A Seller’s Market
April 27, 2008
More than 260,000 square miles make up Texas, providing a diverse and constantly changing landscape. The real estate market in the Lone Star State is equally diverse. Land prices in South Texas have risen in recent years as hunters flock to the area scooping up property in the name of sport. Read more
Hot Markets in the Rocky Mountains
April 27, 2008
Open ranges, snow capped peaks, and beautiful views embody what many seek when searching for their first piece of property. One need look no further than the West when searching for this ideal piece of land.
The Rocky Mountain area continues to be a prime location for landowners seeking convenience and amenity in their purchase. John Pierce of Hall & Hall Ranch Sales says many looking to move to the Rockies do so because of the traditional resort ski areas.
