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Owning a farm or ranch can be a rewarding experience. Fresh air and rural living are extremely appealing. However, there are some pitfalls awaiting the unsuspecting buyer. These can turn the rural living experience into a nightmare!
The purpose of this web page is to assist buyers identify potential problems before buying property and provide educational resources for potential problems. Please take time to read the following three articles if you have not purchased land yet. They may answer some of your questions or just focus your mind on what you wish to do with your land after the purchase.
Things to Know Before Buying a Ranch NF-AE-98-01
Moving to the Country? OSU F-965
Thoughts From Agricultural Professionals
KNOW YOUR AGRICULTURAL AGENCIES
This is not a complete list; however, it covers the basic list of agricultural agencies that you will be involved at some time owning agricultural property.
OTHER STATE AGENCIES
This is not a complete list of state agencies. While not agriculture agencies, they will have a direct bearing on your farm and/or ranch.
INFORMATION ON PURCHASING A RANCH/FARM
Please note that these sites will open a new browser window and may require the free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Purchasing Land
The Real Estate Center TAMU
Why Planning and Zoning? OSU F-810
Homestead
TEX*A*Syst (valuable tool for rural residents who rely on ground water to supply their water requirements)
Septic Tank/Soil Absorption Field TAMU L-5227
Conventional Septic Tank/Drain Field TAMU L-5234
Rural Driveway Design TAMU
Prevention of House Mold TAMU
Site Disturbance and Tree Decline OSU F-6429
Fire Ant Control TAMU
Honeybees TAMU
FIREWISE - Wildland/Urban Interface
Rural Crime Prevention
Farm Security Techniques OSU F-9445
Home Security OSU F-9446
Vandalism OSU F-9448
Fences For the Farm UG Circular 774
Other Sites of Interest
The Urban Rancher TAMU
If you have all these questions answered, do you know what enterprises or types of operations your ranch or farm will have? How good are you at farming, haying, ranching, etc?
TAMU - Texas A&M University OSU - Oklahoma State University UG - University of Georgia |
