<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[C&D Forestry and Cattle]]></title><description><![CDATA[C&D Forestry And Cattle]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:43:51 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Assess Raw Land Before You Buy: A Working Rancher's Checklist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying raw land is one of the most significant investments you can make. Done right it sets you up for decades of productive use. Done wrong it becomes an expensive problem with no easy solution. Here's a practical checklist from people who work land every day. 1. Walk Every Acre Don't buy land you haven't walked. Aerial photos and surveys tell you a lot but they don't tell you everything. Walk the property and pay attention to vegetation density, soil conditions, low lying areas that hold...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/how-to-assess-raw-land-before-you-buy-a-working-rancher-s-checklist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7ccc60294e8c3f3eec28d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:16:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc8600f8878648428d6fabd41a5922ac.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drainage and Ditch Work: The Unsung Hero of Productive Florida Land]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ask any experienced landowner what separates productive land from problem land and drainage comes up every time. Southern terrain and heavy seasonal rainfall make drainage infrastructure one of the most important and most overlooked aspects of land management. Here's why drainage matters and what good ditch work actually involves. Why Drainage Is Critical in Florida Florida receives an average of 54 inches of rain per year, most of it concentrated in the summer wet season. Without proper...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/drainage-and-ditch-work-the-unsung-hero-of-productive-florida-land</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7cbd6a96d49e56ec92bab</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:13:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1ea4458e8c3d474e96e14d2a820a38b4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is Pasture Management and Why Every Cattle Rancher Needs a Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you run cattle in the Southeast pasture management isn't optional. It's the difference between a productive ranch and one that's constantly fighting its own land. Here's what pasture management actually means and why every cattle operation needs a plan. What Is Pasture Management? Pasture management is the ongoing process of maintaining, improving, and maximizing the productivity of your grazing land. It covers everything from controlling invasive species and managing brush encroachment to...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/what-is-pasture-management-and-why-every-cattle-rancher-needs-a-plan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7cb1d0294e8c3f3eebf21</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:09:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f6ca3ce36aa14abe86cfa8db1d3093af~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Prepare Agricultural Land for Planting in Florida]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting land ready for agricultural use in Florida is more than just clearing the brush and calling it done. Whether you're prepping for hay, row crops, citrus, or pasture grass, proper land preparation makes the difference between a productive operation and an expensive headache. Here's what the process actually looks like from people who work agricultural land every day. Step 1 — Clear the Existing Vegetation Before any soil work can happen, the existing vegetation needs to go. Depending on...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/how-to-prepare-agricultural-land-for-planting-in-florida</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7c95387a5c2e7c13729d4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:01:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/07fd77_0346f48671a943c9a69bf5c1f4e7e907~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Sabal Palms 101: Why Florida's State Tree Is the Best Investment for Your Property]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you own land in Florida or you're landscaping a commercial or residential property in the Southeast, there's one tree that stands above the rest, the Sabal Palm. Florida's state tree is more than just a symbol. It's a smart, practical, and beautiful investment for almost any property. Here's everything you need to know. What Is a Sabal Palm? The Sabal Palm (also known as the Cabbage Palm) is native to Florida and the Southeast. It's the most cold hardy palm in North America, tolerating...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/sabal-palms-101-why-florida-s-state-tree-is-the-best-investment-for-your-property</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7c805e30ec41b7d08f530</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:56:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/07fd77_7cca8f7628424122acc33e9a4d8ac5dc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The True Cost of Neglecting Your Land: What Overgrown Acreage Is Actually Costing You]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most landowners think neglected land is just sitting there doing nothing. The truth is it's actively working against you — and the longer you wait, the more it costs. Here's what overgrown acreage is actually costing you right now. Lost Grazing Capacity If you run cattle, every acre of overgrown land is an acre your herd can't use. Brush, palmetto, and invasive species don't just look bad, they eliminate productive grazing land and reduce your operation's carrying capacity. Less grazing land...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/the-true-cost-of-neglecting-your-land-what-overgrown-acreage-is-actually-costing-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7c75ba96d49e56ec92265</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:54:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_68b4fdb6b17e43898d117d206f5fa001~mv2_d_4500_3000_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to Know Before Clearing Land in The South]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying land is one thing. Getting it ready to use is another. Whether you've just purchased raw acreage, inherited family land, or you're a developer preparing a site,  land clearing in the Southeast comes with its own set of considerations. Here's what you need to know before you start. Know What You're Working With Before any equipment hits the ground, you need a clear understanding of what's on your property. Wetlands, protected species habitat, and certain tree types may require permits...]]></description><link>https://www.cdforestryandcattle.com/post/what-to-know-before-clearing-land-in-the-south</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7c2740294e8c3f3eeade7</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:32:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/07fd77_252b1ed8ace84f66a769a2bc6b9d5a00~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sarah jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pasture Reclamation in Florida: How to Turn Overgrown Land Into Productive Grazing Acreage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Florida land doesn't stay open on its own. If you've got cattle operation and you've watched good grazing acreage slowly disappear under brush, palmetto, Brazilian pepper, or invasive tree species,  you already know the problem. The question is what to do about it.

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