The rural land market in 2025 navigates a complex interplay of economic forces. While inflation has eased from its 2021–2022 highs, interest rates remain elevated, increasing borrowing costs and influencing investment strategies. At the same time, persistently low inventory across the Mountain West and Great Plains continues to support land values, even as broader economic ...

Purchasing agricultural land involves significant investment and potential risks. Adequate due diligence requires a systematic approach that goes beyond surface evaluation. A comprehensive risk-management strategy combines seasonal property assessment, local knowledge integration, historical research, thorough documentation, and detailed infrastructure evaluation. These practices help prospective ranch owners identify potential challenges before they become costly and establish ...

Spring branding is one of the most time-honored traditions in the ranching world. As the calving season winds down, families and neighbors gather to mark the new crop of calves with the ranch’s brand. Branding Day isn’t just about getting the job done. It’s a social gathering. A reunion. A chance to lend a hand, ...

In an age where data is scraped, sold, and stored by default, land remains one of the last assets you can buy or sell without broadcasting your life. How land transactions are handled can fortify or expose a family’s privacy.  At Swan Land Company, we treat privacy as sacred. Because we don’t just sell properties, ...