The National Land Podcast

In this episode of the National Land Podcast, Mac Christian sits down with Chris Clayton, Ag Policy Editor for Progressive Farmer (DTN), to dig deep into the policy issues shaking up American agriculture. From USDA loan oversight to immigration raids on farms, and the trade standoff with China, this is a must-listen for anyone in land real estate, farming, or ag policy. TOPICS COVERED: USDA & FSA loan policy changes (>$400K scrutiny by DOGE) Lack of transparency in farm data sharing (“super database” concerns) Foreign land ownership: China, Syngenta, and military proximity issues Immigration enforcement & H-2A labor cost crisis ICE raids' ripple effects on agriculture, hospitality, and meatpacking Farm Bill vs. “Big Beautiful Bill”: what's funded, what's ignored SNAP cuts, commodity payments, and rural broadband gaps Screw worm threat and animal disease control gaps Trade tensions: China, tariffs, soybeans, pork, and ethanol exports How weather and global politics (Ukraine, Israel) impact crop and input markets Progressive Farmer: https://www.dtnpf.com   Follow Chris on X (Twitter): @ChrisClaytonDTN   Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land https://www.nationalland.com

In this urgent and insight-packed episode of the National Land Podcast, host Mac Christian sits down with Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA), to talk about everything from cattle markets and advocacy to an emerging threat few saw coming: the resurgence of the New World screwworm. Colin outlines NCBA's deep-rooted history dating back to 1898 and how it remains the largest and most influential cattle producer organization in the U.S., representing over 270,000 cattle producers across all 50 states. The conversation spans major ongoing concerns in the beef industry, including: Beef market trends in 2025 and how high demand, limited herd supply, and rising quality have kept prices strong. The delays in the Farm Bill and its implications for ranchers and producers, especially the crucial funding for Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine banks. How water scarcity, drought conditions, and aquifer depletion are shaping the cattle landscape—and what producers are doing to adapt. The rise of niche beef markets like grass-fed, locally sourced, and hormone-free, and how they're driving demand and providing new revenue for producers. A deep dive into the New World Screw Worm crisis: what it is, why it's dangerous, how it re-emerged, and what the cattle industry must do now to stop it. The role of NCBA in advocacy, public awareness, technology integration, and emergency response in the face of this new biological threat. Colin also shares how NCBA is leading national response efforts, from lobbying for sterile fly production to helping producers identify, treat, and report infestations. It's a critical listen for landowners, cattle producers, ag investors, and anyone concerned with rural land health, agricultural policy, or the food supply chain. Visit the NCBA Website New World Screwworm Resources Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

In this episode of the National Land Podcast, host Mac Christian sits down with Dr. Scott Baier, Professor of Economics and Associate Dean of Research at Clemson University, to unpack the economic realities behind tariffs, global trade, and the growing U.S. national debt. We delve into how U.S.-China trade tensions, tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and the evolution of trade agreements like NAFTA to USMCA are influencing supply chains and U.S. manufacturing. Dr. Baier explains the real impact of tariffs on consumers, businesses, and jobs, and why many economists remain skeptical of their long-term benefits. The conversation also covers: How global supply chain risks are shifting post-COVID The legal challenges facing the presidential tariff authority The connection between federal deficits, debt, and entitlement programs What's driving the national debt, and what realistic solutions exist to reduce it Why Social Security and Medicare are central to the deficit conversation Whether offshoring is truly harming American manufacturing jobs Packed with insights and clear economic breakdowns, this episode is a must-listen for anyone following U.S. economic policy, global trade, or national fiscal health. Check out Doctor Scott Baier's Research!  Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

In this episode, Mac Christian hosts Jackson Takach, Chief Economist and Director of Strategy, Research, & Analytics at Farmer Mac, for a frank discussion on the real economic challenges facing American agriculture. Tackling everything from rising tariffs and interest rates to farmland values and global trade tensions, Jackson breaks down the complexity of today's economic landscape. You'll learn about: The debut of Farmer Mac's new Farmland Price Index The ripple effects of the “Big Beautiful Bill” on agriculture The reality behind the reshoring of manufacturing and trade strategy Why economists feel more like weather forecasters today What's stalling the Farm Bill—and whether a name change could help If you're a farmer, ag lender, policy nerd, or just someone trying to make sense of the macroeconomic mess, this episode delivers insight, data, and some much-needed perspective. Read the Feed: Farmer Mac's Information Base for Ag Data Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land    

Today, we are talking about insurance! Exciting and insurance are two words we wouldn't normally associate with each other, but this is a fascinating topic. We recently encountered SRA 831(b) Admin. Yes, that is the name of the company. A company that is making maximum use of SEO, which of course, we love. SRA 831(b) Admin is owned by fellow Idahoan (Mac lives in Idaho), Van Carlson, and is built around I.R.S. Code 831(b). This tax law establishes micro-captive insurance companies. If none of this makes sense to you, Van Carlson is here today to tell you how his company can help you create your own tax-friendly insurance program to offset risks to your business. There are a lot of moving pieces to this tax code, but that's why this company exists. This may be a game changer for you and your business. SRA 831(b) Admin Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

In this episode of the National Land Podcast, host Mac Christian sits down with Christian Berg, Editor-in-Chief of Bowhunter Magazine, and Aaron Sutton, a land broker with National Land Realty and president of NLR's hunting lease division. Christian shares his journey to becoming one of bowhunting's most influential media voices, while Aaron recounts how he built a career centered around land & hunting. The conversation dives deep into the challenges and benefits of leasing hunting land, and how managing hunting pressure and property access are key to growing trophy whitetails. They discuss the rising popularity of hunting leases, the impact of skyrocketing land values, and the critical need for clear expectations and contracts between landowners and lessees. Whether you're a seasoned hunter, landowner, or just want to understand how leasing can provide better access to quality hunting, this episode is a masterclass in the intersection of land and wildlife management. Bowhunter Magazine Talk to Aaron Sutton Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Carbon credits have been a hot topic since the inception of carbon credit markets. This is an often discussed topic that can be difficult to get an understand of. Today, we are talking to National Land Realty agent, Keith Morris.  Keith Morris is a land real estate with a unique specialty background in minerals and devices such as carbon credits.  We are also talking with Will Clayton, CEO of Sky Harvest. Sky Harvest is taking a new approach to carbon credits with shorter-duration carbon credit agreements. In this episode, we discuss the carbon credit market, options available to landowners, how to take advantage of carbon credits, and of course, what sets Sky Harvest apart. Contact Sky Harvest Contact Keith Morris Read Keith Morris's Article on Mineral Rights Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

If you've ever searched for land for sale, chances are you have come across Land.com. Land.com is owned by Costar Group, the owner of brands such as Apartments.com, Loopnet and Homes.com. Today is a conversation with Tom Alexander. He is a fellow traditional bow enthusiast and the Publisher of Land Magazine. We discuss what goes on behind the scenes at Land.com, how it works, and what is in store for the future. Search Land.com Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

If you want to buy land and don't have cash on hand, the process is challenging and complex. Land financing can be difficult if you are not aware of all of the resources available to you. Today, we are talking with Matthew Manuel, Robby Frantzis, and Tim Jett of the agricultural lending institution Conterra. Our discussion covers land loans, alternative financing, equipment loans, interest rates, and the current conditions of the land real estate market. Talk with Conterra today!  Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Tariffs are a huge topic in the news cycle right now. If you own farmland, this topic is especially important. Today, we will discuss this topic and much more with one of the United States' top economic minds. We are once again talking to Jackson Takach, Chief Economist, Vice President of Strategy, Research, & Analytics for Farmer Mac. Those of you listening for the first time, this is an absolutely special treat. Farmer Mac functions as the secondary marketplace for land loans. In other words, this is where most land loans originate. Get ready for a terrific episode!  Visit Farmer Mac Read The Feed, Farmer Mac's Newsletter Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Maryland's booming Sika deer population is transforming the hunting land market, creating lucrative opportunities for landowners looking to sell. Originally native to East Asia, Sika deer were introduced to Maryland by Clement Henry, and their expanding range has turned once-overlooked properties into highly valuable hunting land. As demand surges, landowners across the state are capitalizing on rising land values. Expert land real estate agents Sue Hudson and Doug Williams with National Land Realty specialize in helping landowners maximize their property's worth in this growing market. Today, we discuss this land market and these invasive “miniature elk.” Talk to Sue Hudson Talk to Doug Williams Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

The Conservation Stewardship Program, otherwise known as CSP, is the largest conservation program in the United States. Enabling agricultural land owners to be reimbursed for activities such as rotational grazing, cover crops, and invasive species mitigation, this program is extremely valuable. Indiana National Land Realty agent, Jacob Jenkins, has spent the past year researching this program in order to provide value for his clients. Today, we talk to Jacob about how to get involved in CSP, how it works, and what it can do for you. Talk with Jacob Jenkins NRCS TSP Portal Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Wild hogs are a problem throughout the United States. For those of us who do not live in an area without these feral animals, it is hard to understand. Wild hogs affect agriculture, breed quickly, and are nearly impossible to eradicate. Today we are talking with land real estate agent Wyatt Brannan, in our Odessa Texas office, to get a grasp of this problem. Wyatt has first-experience with wild hogs and we will discuss their biology, impact, and the hunting industry that is emerging around them. Talk to Wyatt Brannan Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Selling land seems pretty straightforward. It sells itself. However, getting things right before you sell your land may drastically increase the appeal to buyers and may influence the price that buyers are willing to pay. Today, we will discuss this topic with Anders Land, a land real estate agent in South Carolina. Anders, yes you heard that right, his last name is Land, probably the best agent name in history, and a land real estate with National Land Realty. There's zero possibility that he isn't sick of comments about his name but he's a great sport, a great person, and a highly knowledgeable agent who knows what you should be doing before you sell land. Talk to Anders Land! Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Selling land requires specific knowledge. For each type of land, there are variables to consider as well as different timelines. Selling agricultural land requires due diligence, research, and planning. Today we are talking to a land real estate agent with plenty of experience selling farmland and running ag operations. Shannon Schlachter was born and raised around agriculture and currently runs a 4th generation farm in Colorado. Today we discuss what you need to know before you go to market with farmland. When is the best time to sell? What should you consider before selling? We have answers. Do not miss this episode if you own farmland and have considered selling it. Talk to Shannon Schlachter Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

We've had a lot of conversations in the past few weeks about land sales in 2025. Today, we continue that conversation with the CEO of National Land Realty, Ronnie Richardson. Ronnie is one of the top minds in the land industry and carries with him a wealth of knowledge on land trends and the strategy of buying and selling land. Today we talk about our thoughts on what will happen in land real estate in 2025. Also covered in today's episode is the use of 1031 & 1033 exchanges, tax code 180, and the great wealth transfer. Over the next 15 years, economists are anticipating the greatest transfer of land and wealth we've ever seen, and real estate companies like National Land Realty are on the front line. We cover all this exciting information and more.   Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Want to stay ahead of the curve in the land market? Today we are talking with Andrew Hotchkiss IV, Western Regional Director at CREXI. CREXI is one of the leading search engines for land sales and acquisition. The platform has historically specialized in commercial real estate, but a few short years ago they started putting a heavy focus on rural land. They now find themselves as one of the frontrunners in the industry and today we are talking about their system and what 2025 has in store. Visit CREXI Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Welcome to another episode of the National Land Podcast! Today, we're excited to sit down with Ben Maddox, Vice President of Business Development at Acres.com. Ben is here to share insights into Acres.com's innovative platform and how it's transforming land transactions. We'll dive into how the platform works, its unique tools, and how it's simplifying the land-buying process. Plus, we'll look ahead at the land market trends in 2025, including what buyers and sellers can expect in the coming year. Whether you're a land real estate agent or a land investor, this conversation is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss!   Check Out Acres.com! Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

We are back! This is the National Land Podcast and this is our first episode of 2025.  At the end of 2024, National Land Realty collected some of our top agents and brokers to meet and discuss their perspectives on land throughout the United States. This information is valuable whether you are looking for land for sale or to sell your land. Each area of the United States has unique land, unique prices for that land, and unique inventories for available land. We try to cover as much as we can by talking to agents spread throughout this great country.  Sit back and enjoy!  Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

What's in store for land values and agriculture in 2025? Today is our quarterly conversation with Jackson Takach, Chief Economist and Vice President of Strategy, Research, and Analytics at Farmer Mac. For those who are unfamiliar with Farmer Mac, they are the secondary market for agricultural loans in the United States. Today, we discuss 2025 land markets, what a new presidential administration might mean for United States land values and agriculture, and progress on the farm bill.  Visit Farmer Mac Read The Feed, Farmer Mac's Newsletter Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Looking for the highest and best use of your land? Have you considered building an RV Resort? We talk a lot on this podcast about selling land, farms, ranches, and improvements for hunting land. This topic gets overlooked, and as we are about to find out, an RV Resort could be a very good option for landowners. Hillary Engler is the owner of Paradise Found RV Resort, in Theodore, Alabama. I've known Hillary for a while, but had no idea until we sat down to discuss this podcast that she was a co-founder of this unique business… and it had me researching the topic for the next week to see how I might build one. Paradise Found RV Resort Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Working in the outdoors is a prospect that is appealing to many, especially those who listen to podcasts like this one. Today we are talking about a professional vocation that lives, breathes, and works in the outdoors; park rangers. Shawn Llewellyn is a park ranger at Paris Mountain State Park in South Carolina. To be a park ranger, there are a lot of concessions to make, but for those who have a love for the land, they are concessions that are well worth it. Visit Paris Mountain State Park Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Craig Poppinga is a part of the BuckVentures Pro Staff out of Missouri. This year National Land Realty offered the BuckVentures pro staff a chance to win a Colorado Pronghorn hunt by submitting to a photo contest on Facebook and Craig came out as the winner. This is not the end of the story. It gets much better. Check out BuckVentures Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Dillon Smith is a land real estate agent out of Crescent, Oklahoma. We talked with Dillon about selling land 1 year ago. At the time, Dillon was a brand new agent. 1 year ago, we were laughing about how Dillon had acquired his first sales through other agents in the company and was scrapping his way to learn the ropes. In a short time, Dillon has cracked well inside our top 100 agents and is currently listing just shy of 20 Oklahoma properties. This is a chance to touch base and discuss his journey, discuss winter crop preparation, tell some hunting lies, and even talk about my fear of tornadoes and poisonous snakes.  Talk to Dillon Smith Listen to Dillon's First Podcast Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

If you are going to sell your land or have plans to sell your land, listen to this podcast first. We are here today with West Texas land real estate broker, Wayne Dunson, and we are discussing what might be the single most important part of selling any land. There are countless strategies out there discussed by real estate professionals, but pricing will make or break your sale.  Contact Wayne Dunson Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Oklahoma land real estate agent, Grace Jenkins, holds bachelor's degrees in agricultural economics and business administration. She also happens to be the third generation of Jenkins Performance Horses, an award-winning, family-owned outfit of quarterhorse breeding, training, competition & selling of AQHA-registered horses. Today, we talk with Grace about her family business and Kentucky land sales. Contact Grace Jenkins Jenkins Performance Horses Buy, Sell, Auction, or Lease Land  

Hunting season is here, which makes it a great time to review firearms safety. Today, we are talking with Nebraska agent, Jim Fleissner, and Nebraska Television Host, Author, and Marketing and Communications Specialist for Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Greg Wagner. Every hunter should brush up on firearms safety, especially if you have a few years under your belt. Nebraska Game & Parks Commission Iowa Hunter Safety Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Have you considered remodeling a historical home? You might drive by one on a regular basis and think how cool it would be to bring a historic home back to life. Most of us have thought about it at one time or another, but there are a few people out there who leap when others do not. Woodland Plantation is located in Union County, North Carolina and this is a story of a family creating something truly magical out of a historic building. This Plantation is currently for sale and this is the story behind this incredible property. Tour Woodland Plantation Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Looking for unique ways to make income off of your land? Look no further than today's episode. Denver Downs is located in Anderson, South Carolina and has been owned by the same family since 1869. As with any piece of land owned by the same family for decades, this land has seen many changes. The Garrison family has adapted with the economics of the region and Denver Downs is now an agricultural tourist destination. Catherine Garrison Davis is an owner of this wonderful piece of land and she is here to talk about the journey of Denver Downs from farm to premiere tourist destination. Check out Denver Downs!  Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

How will interest rate drops affect land sales? Today is our quarterly economic update, covering interest rate impact on agriculture, land for sale, and new announcements from the USDA. Jackson Takach is the Chief Economist and Head of Strategy, Research, and Analytics for Farmer Mac, the secondary market for agricultural loans. He is here to help us make sense of our current economic environment. Jackson joins us once per quarter to discuss agricultural economics and land values throughout the United States. If you are interested in land or agriculture, this episode is required listening. Visit Farmer Mac Read The Feed, Farmer Mac's Newsletter Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Today we are talking to members of W.I.L.L., which stands for Women in Land Leadership. Let's face it, when we are talking about agricultural land, hunting land, or timber investments the proportion of male to female will be skewed. This is an area of real estate that a lot of female agents have not considered and they should. Terri Jensen, Beth McLellan, and Claire Dee have a wide range of experience as we cover everything, from commercial development in England to hunting land in Missouri. Talk to Terri Jensen, licensed in Minnesota and Nebraska Talk with Beth McLellan, licensed in Missouri Talk with Claire Dee, licensed in Virginia Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Artificial Intelligence has ruled the headlines over the past year. Opinions on artificial intelligence have ranged from apocalyptic to useless. Today we are discussing the intersection of artificial intelligence and real estate with Washington-based land real estate agent, Ernest Peralta. Using AI to help evaluate properties, assessing overhead costs, streamlining processes, and what the future holds are all discussed. The buying and selling of land is a complex process and AI is one tool that gives a significant advantage to users. Talk to Ernest Peralta Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Conservation is a word that can have heavy political undertones and in some parts of the United States, it is a four-letter word. Often, conservation is pitted against landowners and agriculture as an either/or situation, and it shouldn't be. Today, we are talking to Lesli Allison, CEO of the Western Landowners Alliance, an organization determined to change the relationship between landowners and conservation. This organization works with landowners, not against them to achieve terrific results in conservation. Learn about the Western Landowners Alliance Donate to the Western Landowners Alliance Buy, Sell, Auction, or Lease Land!

How do turkeys know when mating season starts? If you know the answer to that question, please don't spoil it for the rest of the listeners. Turkeys, like deer, elk, and most other wildlife have a defined mating season at the same time each year. Actually, the only animals I could find that don't have a mating season are the Golden Spiny Mouse, the Tree Kangaroo, the Musk Shrew, the Long-Thumbed Frog, and a short list of others. Today, Jason Lupardus, CEO of Turkeys for Tomorrow, tells us how turkeys time their mating season so accurately, what changes in their behavior, and why some turkeys start their struts early. Join Turkeys for Tomorrow Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Can you use your land for carbon credits? This is just one of the questions that gets answered on today's episode of the National Land Podcast. At the heart of today's conversation is The Nectar Exchange, a non-profit group dedicated to conservation in land management. Doug Bruggeman is a Ph.D. in natural resource management, Steve Martin is a Professional Wetlands Scientist, and they're both here today to tell us all about carbon credits. Their recent article titled Additionality of Voluntary Carbon Credits for Wetland, Stream, and Species Mitigation Activities in the United States serves as the backbone for this conversation. Read About The Nectar Exchange Talk to Doub Bruggeman About Your Land Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Every outdoors enthusiast has probably dreamed at some point of making a career guiding adventures in the outdoors. Today, we are talking to one of our new agents, Taylor Heithold, who works in South Carolina and Georgia. Taylor spent the past decade working as a guide all around the United States. He took the route of first going to guide school and then traveling with the seasons. Taylor is now putting this experience to use helping others to buy and sell land. This is Taylor's journey from hunting guide to land sales. Talk to Taylor!  Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

We are here with Georgia land real estate agent, Steve Chapman, and Dr. Yanshu Li of the Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources at the University of Georgia. Dr. Li is an associate professor of Forest Economics and Taxation and Steve Chapman is a forester with 35 years of experience, so this should give you a good idea of where the conversation is headed. We are here to discuss probably the most important part of harvesting timber and that is establishing your basis. Not establishing your timber basis is common and it can be a significant error when it comes time to harvest trees. This is the kind of episode that makes podcasts so amazing. It's great information and you don't even have to be a forester or timber investor to get into this stuff. Talk with Steve Chapman about your timber! See Dr. Yanshu Li's Research National Timber Tax Website Annual Timber Tax Tips for Forest Landowners  

Middleburg Virginia is an equestrian paradise. Fox hunts, equestrian facilities, and incredible landscapes help to make this area of Virginia a destination for who live the equestrian lifestyle. Today we are talking about this wonderful area with National Land Realty agent, Miley Holtzman. Contact Miley Holtzman Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Wealth management is something we all struggle with. Today, Mac Christian is sitting down with Crockett Carothers, host of The Wealthy Cowboy Podcast. Crockett's content focuses on wealth generation for the cowboy lifestyle and can be applied to anybody looking for information on the topic. Crockett is here today to discuss how he started his career, his podcast, and his insights on success and wealth for those seeking to elevate their place in life.  The Wealthy Cowboy Show Diversified Payments Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Thank you to everybody who makes this podcast possible for 100 terrific episodes! 

Today is our 100th episode for the National Land Realty Podcast. We have assembled a panel of guests to discuss why we pursued careers related to the outdoors rather than a regular 9-5. Jimmy Riley, Jason Lupardus, Ryan Schroeter, and Brian Austin have all created remarkable success and they are here today to tell their story and give advice. Have you been wondering how you might pursue a career in something you are passionate about? These guests have, and they're here to share their journey.  Buy, Sell, Auction, or Lease Land  Turkeys for Tomorrow Quest Hunt

In our last episode, we spoke with Jay Cantrell, Wildlife Biologist for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Previously we spoke with Doctor Mike Chamberlain and today, it is our privilege to learn from Doctor Sonja Christensen on the same important topic. Doctor Christiansen is a professor in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources at Michigan State University. She is renowned for her knowledge of deer biology and was recently named to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine chronic wasting disease committee. Dr. Christensen is one of the top minds in the United States on this topic and today, she's here to answer our questions.   Learn More About Chronic Wasting Disease Research https://cwd-info.org/   Learn About Dr. Sonja Christensen's Work https://www.christensen-lab.org   Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy https://www.cidrap.umn.edu   Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land https://www.nationalland.com

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is something we are covering a lot on this podcast. This issue affects land owners across the United States, and the problem is very real. We have previously talked with Doctor Mike Chamberlain on the topic and have an upcoming episode with Doctor Sonja Christiansen. Today, we are talking with South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Biologist, Jay Cantrell and discussing a very specific case of CWD. What happens if you transport a CWD-infected deer across state lines? You're about to find out. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Mac Christian is talking again with Farmer Mac Chief Economist, Jackson Takach to discuss the current state of land as well as our current economic conditions. We meet with Jackson once per quarter to discuss land values along with commodities and various topics that we feel bring value to you listeners. We sat down this quarter to discuss the great land transfer, inflation, and the top topic of 2024 real estate, interest rates. This is an episode that you don't want to miss. The Feed: Farmer Mac's News, Insights, and Information Outlet Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

A while back we did a podcast on solar development and how to lease your land for solar energy production. Mac Christian spoke with National Land Realty Managing Broker, Wayne Dunson. Wayne expressed a desire to know what goes on on the other side of the table when a property is under consideration for solar development. Today, we have answers to that question.  Vincent Caruso is Managing Director at Percheron, LLC. Percheron, LLC helps to develop electrical transmission, utilities, oil and gas, wind, solar, highway and rail, land surveying, environmental, title research, and acquisitions. In other words, Vincent Caroso IS the other side of the table. Vincent listened to our podcast on solar development and reached out to us because he feels the information is something we should all know. After talking to Vincent, we agree with him wholeheartedly. This is information that you should know. Read About Percheron, LLC Talk to Wayne Dunson About Solar Development Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Land values are high. Actually, all real estate values are the highest we have ever seen. This presents challenges for those seeking to acquire land for sale, whether for agriculture or recreation. This is especially true for those who do not have the upfront cash to acquire it. As we have discussed on this podcast, land loans are difficult to obtain. In this environment, leasing has become more and more important. Ryan Schroeter of Nebraska and Aaron Sutton of North Carolina have recognized this need. Together, they have decided to spearhead the leasing department for National Land Realty. Today, we are discussing how to lease your land, how to find land for lease, what to look for, and things to avoid with land leases. These are two of the most knowledgeable land real estate agents in the country and well worth listening to. Talk to Ryan Schroeter Talk to Aaron Sutton Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Spring turkey season is coming to an end, which makes today's conversation that much more important. We are talking with the Director of Business Operations and Partnerships for Turkeys for Tomorrow, Jason Lupardus. Jason has been traveling around the country taking stock of turkey populations and harvest reports. What he has to say could potentially affect your turkey hunting for years to come, so this is worth your time.   Donate to Turkeys For Tomorrow Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

“I want to drop everything I'm doing, live in the outdoors, and guide hunting or fishing expeditions.” There isn't an outdoors enthusiast who hasn't thought of it. Half of you listening have probably worked as a guide at some point. For those of you who have thought about running your own outfitting business, we are here today to talk with Todd Dye. Todd is a managing broker in Idaho and he has found a niche in the facilitation of selling outfitting businesses throughout the state. Whether it's how to buy or sell an outfitting business or what red flags to look for, we cover it here. Talk to Todd Dye Buy, Sell, Auction, or Lease Land

Hunt with a friend, compete against other hunters and potentially win thousands in prizes. This is the idea behind Quest Hunt. Through a simple registration process, hundreds of hunters from across the United States are registering as teams to compete for prizes given away at an exclusive banquet at the end of the hunting season. Think you have improved your hunting land to produce the biggest bucks in your state? This is how you put it to the test. Brian Austin is a National Land Realty agent in Missouri and is the brain behind Quest Hunt and he is here today to talk about it. Check out Quest Hunt!  Talk to Brian Austin Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

Land has many uses and there is no end to the possibilities that can generate income. Today, we are discussing one of those possibilities, building an RV Park. Jim Fleissener, an Accredited Land Consultant and Agent out of Nebraska is here to discuss a recent transaction that did not go as planned. Despite the hiccups, there is a ton of valuable information here for anybody who has considered alternate uses for their land to generate income. Talk to Jim Fleissner Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land

The Texas panhandle, like many areas of the United States, has experienced its share of drought conditions over the years. Grazing cattle in drought conditions may seem like an insurmountable challenge, but as we are about to find out, there are ways to not only thrive but to prosper. Mike Turner manages Blue Ranch near Amarillo, Texas, and he has developed methods of high-intensity low-frequency grazing. Managing this ranch was, in Mike's words, “A chance to do something that hadn't been done before.” Mike Turner has a level of experience that you simply don't find every day. He is a master of the craft. Mike is here today to discuss how he manages this highly successful ranch and trust me, this is worth listening to. Buy, Sell, Lease, or Auction Land