Land Management Blogs
December 18, 2023
Midwest Drought Conditions Post-Harvest
It’s easy to fall into the mindset that our concerns regarding the lack of rainfall are past us once the crop is out of the ground. A drought naturally puts crop production at risk, but dry conditions post-harvest also have long-term impacts on farming operations.
November 13, 2023
Louisiana Delta Waterfowl Hunting
Louisiana is renowned for its rich culture, extensive agricultural opportunities, and diverse wildlife. Bountiful and diverse wildlife populations offer unique recreational hunting opportunities, which is the exact reason that Louisiana is referred to as the “Sportsman’s Paradise.” This article centers on Louisiana duck hunting, but waterfowl hunting is a very popular pastime across the country, particularly in the other Delta states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
November 7, 2023
Boots on the Ground – Harvest Edition
I had the opportunity to visit one of my managed farms in central Iowa a few weeks ago. We always seek to be a good partner and building strong, positive relationships is important to our management approach. I hit the jackpot this day, as I got to share a hot meal out in the field with my farmer tenant and his family.
October 31, 2023
Louisiana Farm Manager Earns Highest Professional Status
Julie C Barraza Boggs, AFM, Peoples Company, Monroe, LA, has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®).
October 11, 2023
How to Grow Better Food Plots
White-tailed deer are one of the most iconic wildlife species across the country and, by far, the most hunted big game species. Managing populations and herd health is an important aspect of maximizing hunting opportunities. One effective way to support your local deer population is by planting food plots. Once established, food plots provide supplemental nutrition for deer, especially during critical times like winter and early spring when natural forage is scarce. Soil fertility, plant selection, and weed control are just a few of the key components that contribute to the overall success of deer food plots.
September 15, 2023
Peoples Company Now Offering Land Management in Pacific Northwest
Peoples Company recently added land management services in the Pacific Northwest region. Given the diversity of the Pacific Northwest, the team is responsible for managing a variety of crops including potatoes, organic carrots, grapes, wheat, sweet corn and more.
September 12, 2023
Harvest Outlook
Harvest is quickly approaching, and many growers were in the fields by the end of September. My work takes me...
July 24, 2023
FREE WEBINAR: Big Questions in Land Management (August 2023)
Please join Peoples Company for the latest edition of our “Big Questions in Land Management” webinar...
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July 12, 2023
WEBINAR | The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential
Please join Peoples Company for the launch of our new webinar series "The Power of Energy Management:...
June 26, 2023
Acreage Reporting Deadline
As the acreage reporting deadline approaches, filing this report timely and accurately is a crucial part of the...
May 8, 2023
Pay Dirt: Conserve Money, Energy, and Improve Soil Health with No-Till Farming
One question remains the same for the future of agriculture: How do we do more with less? Building conservation and...
March 14, 2023
Which Fruit Trees Grow Best in Iowa?
When most people think of Iowa, the first thing that comes to mind is corn and soybeans, and why wouldn’t it?...
February 10, 2023
Crawfish Season in Louisiana
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February in Louisiana ushers in crawfish season, a time of year that every...
January 25, 2023
FREE WEBINAR: Big Questions in Land Management (February 2023)
Please join Peoples Company for the latest edition of our “Big Questions in Land Management” webinar...
December 28, 2022
Cover Crops: Is Aerial Seeding a Fit for Your Operation?
Over the last decade, cover crops have been proven as one of the most effective tools for preventing erosion and...
December 14, 2022
Crop Insurance Now Available With Peoples Company
Peoples Company is pleased to announce the implementation of a new crop insurance business line, appointing Craig...
November 22, 2022
Pasture Lease Considerations
Leasing land can always present a set of challenges, regardless of its use. Leasing pastureland can...
October 27, 2022
Despite Higher Production Costs, Custom Farming Maintains a Competitive Advantage
There is no fast pass to generating wealth in farming and farmland ownership. Weather, commodity markets, and other...
September 12, 2022
Impact of Rice on U.S. Agriculture
Rice makes up less than 1% of all traditionally grown crops in the United States but makes a huge impact around the...
September 9, 2022
Harvest Update
September days are growing shorter, and nights are getting crisper as we approach harvest across the Corn Belt....
