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For many Midwest landowners, the value of a property extends beyond crop production. Recreational opportunities, wildlife habitat, conservation benefits, and long-term investment potential all play a role in determining what

When most people picture the Midwest before settlement, they imagine endless fields of corn and soybeans. In reality, much of Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and the surrounding states were once covered

Establishing a Prairie Habitat Prairies are one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world, more rare than rainforests. With careful planning, proper site preparation, and long-term maintenance, you can

What does it really mean to live with purpose? For Chase Burns, purpose ties deeply into faith, family, and the land he works each day. In this episode of Every

Written By: Jesse Stay – IL Land Broker and IA & MO Land Agent. Baling hay in June is a busy time across the Midwest. But while you’re working to

By Nathan Cumpton, IL Land Broker, LandGuys My journey began in the Illinois Valley River region, where I cultivated a lifelong passion for the land. I have transformed underperforming farms

Written By: Matt Cox, IL Land Broker. Key Tips for Pond Construction In my last pond article, I covered basic terms related to pond construction, but by far the most

Enhancing Wildlife Habitat Conservation: An Interview with Ross Fogle, President of McLean County Pheasants Forever At LandGuys, we’re proud to spotlight community leaders making a difference in land conservation and

Written by: Illinois Land Broker, Ryan Washburn. SUMMER FOOD PLOT TIPS As we transition from the abundant moisture of spring, we often find ourselves with thriving, nutritious food plots. However,

Written By, Illinois LandGuys Broker, Nathan Cumpton. CRP Filter Strips Benefits As an Illinois Land Broker with LandGuys, my journey through the vast expanse of agricultural properties has afforded me