Owning and managing agricultural property is an essential part of the American economy. Without ranchers, many of the products people need every day would be more expensive and difficult to come by. As you develop your ranch and your business, your needs tend to grow,...
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Understanding the environmental laws and regulations for your farm or ranch
Texas industrial farms are businesses. Even those who enjoy the farming more than the paperwork must admit they need to attend to it at some point. In addition, there are numerous rules, regulations and laws that farms must comply with in order to avoid entanglements...
Estate planning is especially important for farm owners
During these trying and unprecedented times, estate planning has been a hot topic. But for farm owners, estate planning is particularly important because it will incorporate a transition plan for the farm – should the unexpected happen. Is a transition plan needed? As...
Unlawful aerial hog hunters could get grounded
Hogs destroy incredible amounts of farmland every year. While hunting them from the air has become a popular way to protect land, getting clearance for flight doesn’t come without strict standards. The damage to Texas agriculture from feral pigs comes to over $50...
Protecting yourself when negotiating a wind or solar lease on your land
Leasing your land to a wind or solar farm can offer many benefits. It can provide you with a way to generate income on land that is otherwise going unused. Contrary to traditional farming crops, a renewable energy farm provides a more reliable income stream – which is...
Can a wind turbine constitute a nuisance under Texas law?
In Texas, it’s not uncommon to see a horizon speckled with wind turbines. In fact, our state produces the highest amount of wind energy in the country. But while wind turbines generate significant benefits to Texas’s economy, residents may also find them disruptive or...
How the federal government is helping farmers amidst the pandemic
On May 19 of this year, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the release of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). This program is set up to offer financial assistance to American food producers who have been adversely impacted by the...
USDA offers resources to help new farmers succeed
Whatever some Americans may imagine, the evidence is clear that farming is not a vanishing way of life. To many, this is a fine time to get into the farming business, and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers critical resources in taking the first...
Pipeline easements: Don’t let gas companies walk all over you (or your land)
The oil and gas industry is a powerful player in our state's economy. Agriculture is another pillar. As the vast majority of Texas land is privately owned, the success of oil and gas companies often depends on securing mineral rights and easements from private...
Damaged farmland and the oil companies that cause it
It was too much and then came the breaking point. Frustrated and weary about losing more farmland, you realize that it is time to confront the oil company that made promises, but never kept them. Many acres where you have grown cotton, grain sorghum and wheat through...
