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Agents at Fay Ranches have the opportunity to ride around in trucks, or side by sides, or helicopters…with some of the world's most interesting people. They see the most beautiful landscapes, gain knowledge on an incredible array of topics, and accumulate some outrageous stories. Laugh and learn through interviews and stories centered around land investing, hunting and fishing, conservation, and anything else loosely related to our passions. The cast of characters will be diverse, with guests including land investors, hunting and fishing guides, executives, relevant topic experts, and random folks who will make you laugh aloud while sharing relevant (or irrelevant) knowledge. Stay up to date with the latest listing updates, educational articles, and more. Visit https://fayranches.com/newsletter/ and https://landinvestorguide.com/subscribe

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August 20, 2026Episode 7140 min

Should You Put Your Land in a Conservation Easement? With Attorney Jim Bradbury (Part 1)

Attorney Jim Bradbury returns to the Land Investor podcast for a deep dive into conservation easements from the landowner's side. In Part 1, Ryan and Matt walk through what these agreements actually do, how the process works, and the real financial benefits, from tax deductions to cash grants, that come with placing land into a perpetual easement. Jim also walks through the pitfalls landowners should avoid and dispels the myth that conservation easements are only a tool for the wealthy. Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Jim Bradbury at https://www.bradburycounsel.com/jim-bradbury/

August 6, 2026Episode 7051 min

Ranch Managers Roundtable (Part 2)

Justin Howe, Ben Munger, and Billy Freeman return to close out their roundtable with Matt and Ryan, picking up where Part 1 left off on what good grass is really worth. The conversation moves through public land grazing permits and allotment values, how to structure a fair private grazing lease, and inventive multi-use strategies like grazing sheep beneath solar arrays and protecting sensitive species. They wrap with hard-earned lessons on drought forecasting and fire mitigation, along with each guest's one core principle for building long-term land value. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about our guests at the links below Justin Howe - https://www.abararanch.com/about/meet-the-ranch-leadership-team/ Ben Munger - https://sequoiariverlands.org/about/team/ Billy Freeman - https://sierrafoothill.org/staff/

July 16, 2026Episode 6947 min

Ranch Managers Roundtable (Part 1)

This week on the Land Investor podcast, three members of the Ranch Managers Guild join Matt and Ryan for a roundtable discussion on what really drives long-term ranch value. Justin Howe of A Bar A Ranch returns, along with Ben Munger from Sequoia Riverlands Trust, and Billy Freeman from Sierra Foothill Conservancy, to break down capital planning, water infrastructure, and the telltale signs of a well-managed operation. They also dig into regenerative grazing, soil health, and riparian restoration as the real levers behind productive grass and ecological resilience — setting up this episode's central question: what is good grass actually worth? Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about our guests at the links below Justin Howe - https://www.abararanch.com/about/meet-the-ranch-leadership-team/ Ben Munger - https://sequoiariverlands.org/about/team/ Billy Freeman - https://sierrafoothill.org/staff/

July 2, 2026Episode 6847 min

Wildlife Corridors, Private Land and Connectivity in the West with Hillary Rosner

In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan sit down with Hillary Rosner, environmental journalist and author of Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World , to dig into how land fragmentation is reshaping wildlife movement across the American West and what private landowners can actually do about it. Hillary breaks down why more than 80% of species depend on private land at some point in their life cycle, and how choices around fencing, development, and conservation easements have a direct impact on connectivity for elk, pronghorn, mule deer, and the full web of species that depend on their movement. If you own land in the West, or want to, this conversation reframes what good stewardship looks like at a landscape scale. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Hillary Rosner at https://hillaryr.net/

June 18, 2026Episode 671 hr 27 min

Water Rights, Healthy Rivers, and Land Stewardship with Pat Byorth of Trout Unlimited

The Land Investor podcast sits down with Pat Byorth, fisheries biologist turned water attorney and Montana Water Director for Trout Unlimited, for a wide-ranging conversation on what every western landowner needs to understand about water rights, stream health, and land stewardship. Matt and Ryan dig into the doctrine of prior appropriation, the real difference between paper water rights and consumptive use, and how in-stream flow leases can create new opportunities for landowners to improve their property while keeping water in the stream. From the grayling recovery in the Big Hole to the emerging water market in the Gallatin Valley, Pat makes a compelling case that healthy rivers and productive ranchland go hand in hand. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Pat Byorth and Trout Unlimited at https://www.tu.org/

June 4, 2026Episode 6646 min

Wildlife Habitat, Cattle, and Drones: Dan Morina (Part 2)

The Land Investor podcast is back with Part 2 of our conversation with wildlife biologist and drone operator Dan Morina. Matt and Ryan dive deeper into habitat and herd management strategies for landowners looking to maximize elk and deer hunting on their property, from rotational grazing philosophies and the cattle-elk relationship to invasive weed management using precision drone spraying. Dan also breaks down how virtual fencing, now powered by Starlink, is transforming how recreational landowners manage cattle as a habitat tool, and how NRCS cost-share programs can cover up to 80% of the collar costs. If you're a land investor trying to unlock the full wildlife potential of your property, this episode is loaded with actionable, on-the-ground insight. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Dan Morina and Resource Management Specialists at https://rmgmtspecialists.com/

May 21, 2026Episode 651 hr 3 min

There Are Elk in North Dakota? | Dan Morina (Part 1)

In this episode of the Land Investor Podcast, Matt and Ryan sit down with Dan Morina, PhD candidate in wildlife biology at the University of Montana and founder of Resource Management Specialists, for a fascinating deep dive into elk behavior, population dynamics, and what cutting-edge research means for hunters and landowners across the West. Dan shares his work building a statistical population reconstruction model for the expanding elk herd in North Dakota's Badlands, revealing surprising findings on survival rates, habitat use, and the real tension that emerges when wildlife and working ranches collide. Whether you're a landowner navigating elk pressure on your property, an avid hunter chasing a once-in-a-lifetime tag, or simply someone who wants to understand the science behind how wildlife and land intersect, this conversation is one you won't want to miss. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Dan Morina and Resource Management Specialists at https://rmgmtspecialists.com/

May 7, 2026Episode 641 hr 23 min

Revisited: Todd Graham on Optimizing Ranch Performance

Over two years after it first aired, Todd Graham's episode on optimizing ranch performance remains one of the most actionable conversations we've published. This week, Matt and Ryan revisited it with fresh commentary — connecting Todd's framework on stock water, grazing distribution, and the "performance trough" directly to what they're seeing in today's market. With cattle markets staying tight, operating costs running high, and investor-backed buyers demanding real execution over aesthetics, this one hits differently in 2026. If you're buying, selling, or simply trying to understand what separates a ranch that pencils from one that doesn't, this one's worth your time. Don't miss out on the latest news in the land sphere! Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/ Learn more about Todd Graham and Ranch Advisory Partners at https://www.ranchadvisory.com/people

April 16, 202655 min

How to Buy a Ranch: Buyer Readiness Checklist

In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan break down what it takes to enter the land market as a prepared, credible buyer. They cover how to define your intent, choose the right broker, demonstrate financial readiness, plan efficient property tours, and navigate diligence and offer strategy with more confidence. Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/

April 2, 2026Episode 6254 min

Preparing Your Ranch for Market

In this episode of Land Investor, Matt and Ryan walk through the practical steps ranch owners can take before bringing a property to market, from aligning family decision-makers and pricing strategically to organizing records, improving showability, and addressing maintenance concerns. The conversation focuses on reducing buyer uncertainty, protecting seller leverage, and presenting a ranch with a clear, credible story that supports stronger outcomes. Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/ Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/