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The Future of Farming

The future of farming might just be around the corner. As we enter 2020, there is still much discussion about potential applications of clean energy and how to utilize the technology favorably and efficiently. But have you ever considered adopting such technologies on your farm or ranch?

Feb 13, 2020
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10 Tips to Stay Safe While Farming in the Winter

Farmers all over the country now that the work doesn't stop just because it's cold outside. In fact, winter weather usually brings on unique challenges that require agriculturalists to work even harder to keep up with everything.

Jan 27, 2020
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How Snowpack Affects Ranchers in the Rockies

A common motto of farmers and ranchers throughout the Rocky Mountains is “whiskey’s for drinking and water’s for fighting.” The meaning of this motto became apparent as I grew up farming and ranching in the mountain valleys of southwest Montana.

Jan 22, 2020
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Feeding Cattle in the Montana Winter

Ever wonder what it's like to be a cattle rancher in Montana in the winter? Check out this video for a behind the scenes look at feeding cattle in the cold, snowy weather.

Jan 16, 2020
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Today's Extreme Winter Weather Impacts Tomorrow's Crop Farming

The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that 90% of crop losses are related to extreme weather – but it’s not just the direct impact of summer drought, floods and severe storms. Winter weather is another important variable to consider when it comes to a successful agricultural operation. Detailed forecasting, coupled with other agricultural insights tools, can help farmers make proactive decisions regarding their crops, or even preventative decisions if necessary.

Jan 10, 2020
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A New Era of Ranch Real Estate

As we embark on a new decade, and a new era of ranch real estate, it is a good time to reflect on the past as the world of investment quality rural real estate has evolved incredibly during my nearly 50 years of representing owners and prospective owners of farms, ranches, and other types of rural land.

Jan 6, 2020
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Ranch of the Year - 2019

Hall and Hall is proud to present the "Ranch of the Year" for 2019, Bixby Ranch. We are honored to have had the privilege of listing and selling such an iconic Wyoming ranch, and truly believe that it captures the essence of our performance this year.

Dec 31, 2019
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Winter Photography

Cold winter mornings are best spent with duck hunting with your dog. Enjoy this winter photography feature by Ryan Flair of Hall and Hall

Dec 12, 2019
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It Takes All Kinds of Cowboys

Hall and Hall partner Robb Nelson attended the NFR Exceptional Rodeo that is held in conjunction with the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. It is an event that has brought rodeo contestants and special needs children together for the past 34 years.

Dec 10, 2019
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Historic Wyoming Ranch Sells to New Owner

A historic Wyoming Ranch located near Glenrock was recently sold to a new owner, True Ranches, who already has extensive holdings in Wyoming. The Bixby Ranch is one of the oldest continuously-running cattle ranches in Wyoming, and has eight homes for both staff and owners including the 100-plus-year-old Carey Mansion and a guest cabin on the river.

Dec 10, 2019
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IX Ranch - A Legacy Cattle Ranch

The IX Ranch is a legacy ranch – it is huge, has a long history of stable ownership and a respected reputation in reputation ranch country. Its central Montana location is 80 miles northeast of Great Falls and adjacent to the town of Big Sandy. The current owners are the second owners in the ranch’s 128-year history. This professionally managed operation runs a cattle herd of 4,300.

Nov 26, 2019
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Texas Snow: The Impact of Rain on Cotton Farmers

Meet the cotton farmers who are battling the odds and struggling to make ends meet. Rain, of the lack thereof, is a common culprit on the list of farmers' worries. The unpredictability of weather, combined with costly equipment and time-consuming harvests, can make or break a season. 

Nov 22, 2019