Farm & Ranch
Texas Agriculture Memorial Day: Honoring the Sacrifices of Farmers, Ranchers
Texas Agriculture Memorial Day is a day to remember the lives and honor the sacrifices of Texas farmers and ranchers who contribute so much to our state and our economy.
On Nov. 21, 2022, the Texas Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller hosted the annual event at the State Capitol where one of North Texas’ own was recognized.
Jake Toler grew up in Forestburg, Texas, and found a love of agriculture at an early age, following in his father’s footsteps. He pursued his passion as he worked hard to build a life as a rancher, but that dream was cut tragically short when he lost his life in a tractor accident at the age of 24. His family hopes by spreading awareness of the event, others might have their loved ones honored.
Jake Toler
Jake was born on April 8, 1996, the son of Floyd and Patricia Toler and became the older brother to one sister, Jodi. As a youngster, he quickly fell in love with agriculture, and couldn’t get enough of helping his dad.
“When he wasn’t in school, he was with me,” Floyd recalled. “He had so much to offer this world.”
He was active in both 4-H and FFA, holding an officer position from third grade through his senior year and was presented several scholarships and awards. Conservation was important to Jake, and he attended the Texas Brigades Bass and Bobwhite camps for youth. He could even operate a truck or tractor from an early age. His dad’s lifelong friend, Mark Colley, who Jake referred to as Uncle Mark, was often part of the trio that spent their days farming and ranching.
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By Jared Groce
Demand remains strong for some properties, while the number of buyers for others has dropped. We are seeing a decrease in the demand for lower price point homes, with increased demand for raw land over $1,000,000. There is still a lot of people with 1031 money who are trying to defer capital gains taxes, and they have a limited amount of time to get that money spent.
The higher interest rates are keeping first-time home buyers on the sidelines, as well as folks who need to borrow a lot of the money to buy and build on land.
To read more, pick up a copy of the September issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Noble Research Institute’s inaugural two-day training event, Essentials of Regenerative Ranching, brought together farmers and ranchers who are eager to improve the health of their land, livestock, and livelihood.
This first delivery of the course, conducted July 11-12, 2023, at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas, provided producers with an immersive experience that combined facilitator-led classroom learning with hands-on activities in the field, as well as ample opportunities for ranchers to connect and problem-solve with their peers.
For more, pick up a copy of the September issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
By Dani Blackburn, [email protected]
There might be no greater way to impact the world than through the agricultural industry. How we grow our food, what we eat, and our future all depend on those farmers, ranchers, and professionals working tirelessly to ensure the industry is at its best.
The determination of many countless individuals can lead to significant progress within agriculture. One person who has spent decades making a difference via agricultural education while encouraging a balance of integration and practicality is Dr. Ron Gill, Texas A&M professor and Extension livestock specialist and associate department head for Extension.
To read more, pick up a copy of the September issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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