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Stories

Showcases personal accounts, articles, and interviews that highlight the people, and traditions related to ranching, agriculture, and rural life.

Tangen Draw Horses & Bison
Stories

Reimagine Ranching Paradigms

Buying land can be an exploration of countless opportunities before finding the one option that fulfills your needs. "Tim's (of Tangen Draw) vision was a new paradigm, very different and potentially difficult to execute profitably. He was, in essence attempting to farm... with cattle. It's a whole different mindset, so it wasn't going to be easy."

Mar 13, 2024
Chance ND 2024
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Chance's Rodeo Ride: Reflections and Progress

He rode his dream bull and looks forward to more, he's taken his hits and is ready to take his winnings. He's Chance Schott, Bull Rider and Rodeo Champion.

Feb 16, 2024
River sunset YIR
Land

Year In Review - 2023 Annual Report

Please join us in a look at the state of the market, what the lending market holds, our auction stories, and how our management team adjusts and provides in an ever-changing world. Then, dive a little deeper as new owners navigate revolutionizing the cattle ranching business; we look at our 2023 sale numbers and again bask in beautiful imagery. We look forward to continuing the journey with you in 2024!

Jan 16, 2024
South Carolina Coast - stock
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Engineering Conservation in the Southeast

How has the role and responsibility of the private landowner evolved? What role do private lands play in conservation? Field these questions and more as Alex Webel visits with Dana Beach!

Nov 30, 2023
Roots Vol II graphic
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Escape to Nature: A Curated Collection of "Roots" Photography

We are excited to present Roots, Volume II — a token of our appreciation for the trust and confidence you place in us. Thank you!

Nov 29, 2023
NILE 2023 - Permission to Use
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"Ranch" Puts the Rodeo in Ranch Rodeo

With youth participation, team doctoring and load and tie events, this year's NILE Ranch Rodeo proved to be a winning combination.

Oct 27, 2023
Bismarck Trail Ranch
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How a South Dakota cowboy turned a Powerball win into a thriving agribusiness

During the 13 years he owned the Bismarck Trail Ranch, Wanless poured his heart and soul into the property, along with a significant amount of money. After winning the 23-year-old quickly got to work building a well-rounded and lucrative cattle and farming operation.

Sep 25, 2023
Clifton Farms
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Hall and Hall Auctions Deliver Again

Hall and Hall Auctions has achieved distinction by winning the NAA Marketing Campaign of the Year four times, placing them among only two firms with this accomplishment, notably with the Clifton Farms auction.

Aug 23, 2023
Alder Creek
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What Happens When Your Cattle Herd Outgrows the Property?

After acquiring the ranch with the help of Hall and Hall’s finance team and commencing operations, Louis and Kate realized the need for a larger hay base to serve their growing herd.

Jul 28, 2023
teton valley
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What happens when the man in charge of fulfilling others' dreams focuses on his own dreams?

Utilizing the highly competitive loan programs of Hall and Hall, the Montesano family is able to continue building their dreams.

Jul 28, 2023
HH Brand
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Behind the Brand: Understanding Cattle Brands

This guide to understanding cattle brands will come in handy as we launch into the “Behind the Brand” series that shares the stories, legends, and folklore behind some of the most recognizable brands in the country.

Jun 29, 2023
sunset at cabin
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Are we overusing "Iconic" and "Quaint"?

It's the words that specifically describe something that lose their value when they are applied inappropriately. For something or someone to be iconic, it or they must be quite special and unique to embody the essential characteristics of whatever it is.

Jun 27, 2023