Landowner Resources

A landowner's guide to identifying revenue potential in idle acreage and stacking multiple income streams — farming leases, hunting access, marketplace bookings, and Section 180 savings — through BirdDog.

A plain-English explanation of the Section 180 tax deduction for landowners, who qualifies, realistic savings ranges by acreage, and how BirdDog has helped generate over $30 million in savings.

A step-by-step guide to listing your hunting land on a zero-commission marketplace, what to expect from bookings and revenue, and tips for building a high-performing listing on BirdDog.

USDA's CRP pays landowners to rest marginal acres. Learn how it works, what it pays, and key 2026 deadlines. Your land may qualify.

Get your Texas hunting property ready for fall with this landowner checklist. Cover food plots, stand placement, water, and trail cameras before season opener.

Maximize your Texas land's hunting lease income before fall season arrives. Learn pricing strategies, improvements, and platforms to attract quality hunters to your property.

Predator pressure during fawning season dramatically cuts deer recruitment on Texas land. Learn responsible predator control strategies that improve fawn survival rates.

Managing native grasses and food sources on Texas land attracts more deer, turkey, and quail. Learn habitat strategies that improve game populations year-round.

Effective predator control on Texas private land protects fawn recruitment and nesting bird populations. Learn which methods work and when to deploy them.

A strong hunting lease agreement protects landowners and hunters alike. Learn the key clauses, terms, and structures that create long-term lease success in Texas.

Learn how Texas landowners build trophy largemouth bass populations — from Florida strain genetics and forage stocking ratios to water quality, selective harvest, and long-term pond management strategies.

At BirdDog, we help timber landowners unlock a powerful but often overlooked tax benefit: deducting the value of excess residual fertility—the nutrients above optimum levels already present in your soil at acquisition. Through comprehensive soil testing, accredited agronomic analysis, and expert valuation, we document the measurable nutrient value in your timber ground, typically ranging from $750-$2,500 per acre depending on nutrient concentrations and land history. 

Tax season is a critical planning period for landowners, especially those who have recently acquired agricultural land or are actively managing cropland, rangeland, or timberland. One of the most impactful — and often misunderstood — tax opportunities available is Section 180 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, specifically through Residual Fertility deductions.

For many landowners, winter feels like the slow season. Hunting seasons wind down, fishing slows, and day-to-day ranch or property work often takes a back seat. But in reality, winter is one of the most productive and strategic times of the year to make improvements to your land—especially if you manage your property for hunting, fishing, or outdoor recreation.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program designed to help agricultural producers — including farmers, ranchers, and private landowners — adopt and implement regenerative practices that improve soil health, enhance water quality, and strengthen long-term land productivity.

When the rut winds down and hunting pressure peaks, many hunters assume their chances of tagging a mature buck are fading. But the late season can actually be one of the most rewarding times of year to hunt. Colder weather, shifting food sources, and predictable patterns make December and January prime for hunters who know how to adapt.

If you own land, you may be sitting on one of the most profitable and fastest-growing rural business opportunities in America—and you might not even know it.

The more a potential guest can picture themselves on your property — resting in a cabin after a long day, cooking a meal over the fire, or parking their RV near the woods — the more confident they feel about booking. Your accommodations tell that story. And the better you showcase them, the faster your bookings grow.

Your BirdDog profile isn’t just a digital listing — it’s your land’s business card.Every section you complete strengthens your credibility, improves visibility, and opens doors to new opportunities.Invest the time to build it right, keep it updated, and let BirdDog do what it does best: connect your acres to income while protecting the values that make your land special.

For generations, farmers and ranchers have understood that soil is one of their most valuable assets. Its fertility drives productivity, profitability, and long-term sustainability. Yet in the world of tax planning, soil fertility has long been overlooked as an asset with quantifiable value.