Texas Agricultural Land Trust

08/07/2026

Conserving agricultural lands from across all corners of Texas since 2007.

08/05/2026

The key to succession planning: S T A R T I N G !

In the latest episode of Beyond the Fence Line, TALT CEO Chad Ellis sits down with agricultural law specialist Tiffany Lashmet of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to discuss how families can move beyond good intentions and begin planning for the future. Their conversation explores common mistakes, practical first steps, preparing the next generation, and options for landowners whose children may not return to the ranch.

Listen today: https://open.spotify.com/show/13K9rocs3nNRl7CFAEpi8E?si=e35caf3119574af9.

08/05/2026

Congratulations to our good friend and board member, Tracy O. King on receiving the Ray Murski Friend of Wildlife Award!

Your leadership in conservation and contributions to all of Texas are exemplary. Way to go!

TWA is proud to announce that Tracy O. King is the recipient of the Ray Murski Friend of Wildlife Award. It is the highest honor that TWA bestows on members and reserved for those who have made outstanding contributions to the organization, wildlife and habitat conservation across Texas.

Tracy, a TWA Life Member, has been a longtime friend of TWA during and following his service in the Texas House of Representatives throughout 15 two-year terms. He represented the 43rd District which includes the Uvalde area and continues to serve the State of Texas as senior advisor to the Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. Chairman King has been an active participant at TWA’s Convention for decades.

Past recipients include Gary Schwarz, Roy Hindes, Jr., Steve C. Lewis, Wallace Klussmann, Ray Murski, Lee Bass, Gary Machen, Murphy Ray, Joseph Fitzsimons, Bill Eikenhorst, Carl Young, Will Harte, Irvin and Karla Welch, Charles Davidson, Randy Rehmann, Dr. Dan McBride, David K. Langford, Tina Buford, Lee Hoffpauir, Greg Simons, Bill Knolle, Keith Martin, Marko Barrett, Bryan King, Ellen Carter, J. David Anderson, Stan Studer and Larry Weishuhn.

08/04/2026

Have you registered for the Texas Working Lands Innovation Summit?

This unique event is designed to advance conservation and encourage collaboration across sectors. Together, we’ll explore innovative solutions, share stories from the field, and build partnerships that strengthen both rural communities and natural landscapes.

You won’t want to miss this Additive Conservation panel featuring Sami Tellatin, Head of Water & Climate Development at Kilimo; Brad Tipper, Chief Executive Officer of Grassroots Carbon; Andy James, Director of Additive Conservation of TALT; and Tyler Bruch, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Boa Safra Ag, LLC.

Register today and join us October 8: https://www.txaglandtrust.org/innovation-summit-2026.

07/31/2026

Will you be attending the Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference in San Marcos next week?

You don’t want to miss this session:

✔ ‘Protecting the Legacy: Conservation Easements and Farm Succession Planning,’ featuring Darren Clark, TALT Director of Land Conservation, with Leesa Brieger of W.O. Fischer Ranch, a TALT easement landowner.

Join them for a conversation about how conservation easements and thoughtful succession planning can help protect farms and ranches for future generations.

Register here: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/EVESJCBITPWVK/home/.

07/30/2026

Are you new to conservation efforts or considering an easement for your property? Join us TODAY for an introductory webinar.

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07/27/2026

Join us for the Texas Working Lands Innovation Summit on October 8!

TALT is dedicated to ensuring that conservation and stewardship remain economically viable for landowners.

“What gives me hope is the growing collaboration among producers, industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers who are working together to develop innovative solutions that reward stewardship while keeping working lands productive and resilient for future generations,” said Chad Ellis, TALT CEO.

You will want to “be in the room” for this one, register today: https://www.txaglandtrust.org/innovation-summit-2026.

Partner with TALT to safeguard Texas' agricultural heritage through expert conservation easements and strategic land protection solutions.

07/25/2026

Cowboys understand if you take care of the land, it'll take care of you.

At Texas Agricultural Land Trust, we're proud to work alongside landowners who are committed to keeping these lands working for generations to come.

Today, we celebrate the people whose dedication, grit, and stewardship help ensure the cowboy way of life.

📸 Prairie Dog River Ranch, Parks Ranch, E Cross Cattle Company, 7 Oaks Ranch

07/23/2026

After losing both parents, Herff’s family stood at a crossroads: sell the land or find a way to keep it whole for future generations. With eight siblings and a sprawling extended family, reaching consensus felt impossible at times — until they discovered a path forward.

By connecting with TALT, they found a solution that protected their land, their legacy, and their family’s future.

Protect your own piece of Texas. Learn how a conservation easement can keep your land working for generations. https://www.txaglandtrust.org/protect-your-land

07/20/2026

Curious about conservation easements?

Join TALT’s upcoming webinar for an introduction to how easements work, what they mean for landowners, and how they can help protect your land for generations to come.

From key terms and costs to benefits and considerations, this session will walk through the fundamentals and answer common questions about getting started.
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