The Yield

This special episode features curated recordings from the Lay of the Land Florida Conference held on February 28-29, 2024. This annual event is designed for landowners, investors, and industry experts seeking to understand trends and opportunities within the Florida land market. Please see the chapter markers within this episode to navigate the various sessions and topics. Register for next year&a...

With nearly 50 years of experience, Greg Hay is a reforestation advisor with ArborGen and is the newly-elected President of the Arkansas Forestry Association. In this podcast episode, Greg joins Arkansas Managing Director, David Hill, to share his expertise in logging, conservation, carbon credits, and timberland investment in Arkansas. David and Greg also explore the lucrative opportunities in ti...

This special episode is a compilation of selected session recordings from our annual Lay of the Land Florida Conference held on February 28-29, 2024. This event is a must-attend for landowners, investors, and industry experts as we share exclusive market data affecting the factors shaping Florida’s land values, trends, and development opportunities. Please see the chapter markers within this episo...

Anna is an environmental and land use attorney with Dean Mead law firm in Florida. She has over 30 years of experience working on both sides of the fence – for local government and currently in private practice. In this podcast episode, Anna sits down with Tyler Davis to discuss land use and zoning as it relates to securing entitlements, environmental considerations, affordable housing, and some o...

Hosted by Arkansas Managing Director David Hill, this episode welcomes Chance Creighton, an avid sportsman with deep roots in Arkansas agriculture, to discuss the state's appeal as a prime location for both farm and recreational investment. The conversation covers some of the state's main crops—soybeans, corn, cotton, and rice—and explores various specialized farming techniques adapted f...

This special episode is a compilation of selected session recordings from our annual I-4 Corridor Commercial Conference held on October 3, 2024, in ChampionsGate, Florida. Attendees learned from expert panels, attended engaging breakout sessions, and networked with industry leaders, making it a key event for understanding the region's economic trends. Please see the chapter markers within thi...

This podcast episode delves into the intricacies of land use, real estate, and environmental law with attorneys Robert Angus Williams and Lauren Brooks of Lewis, Longman & Walker. They discuss the crucial steps of environmental due diligence, including the importance of Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments. Robert and Lauren also discuss the role of environmental lawyers in navi...

David Hill is the Regional Managing Director of SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In this episode, David sits down with Tyler Davis, President of the firm, to discuss David’s transition into real estate and the unique dynamics of the Arkansas land market. David and Tyler also dive into some of the firm's future plans for the state, particularly in Northwes...

Cathy Salustri is an accomplished author who writes about the hidden and beautiful corners of Florida. Her work includes the books Backroads of Paradise: A Journey to Rediscover Old Florida where she retraces historic driving tours to connect the past and present of this diverse state, and Florida Spectacular: Extraordinary Places and Exceptional Lives where she uncovers the state’s natural beauty...

This podcast episode was originally published on February 21, 2024. This episode dives into the intricate world of ecology and environmental consulting with Jacob Taminosian, a Senior Ecologist at Passarella & Associates. The discussion spans from wetlands classification to wildlife conservation, emphasizing the crucial role these ecosystems play in flood attenuation, water filtration, and hab...

This podcast episode was originally published on February 7, 2024. This episode is joined by Brad Lunz, President of The Lunz Group , a full-service commercial architectural and interior design firm established in Central Florida. With his extensive expertise in commercial development, Brad shares his knowledge on the future of commercial real estate, emerging office space trends, the challenges o...

This podcast episode was originally published on May 17, 2023. Zach VanHook is a Forester at Kissimmee Valley Foresters in Polk County, Florida. In this episode, Zach educates our listeners on the importance of prescribed burns and other land management practices. Later in the conversation, Zach also helps define what mitigation banks are and why they are important for preserving natural land in F...

This podcast episode was originally published on June 14, 2023. When navigating the complexities of land use in Florida, it is crucial to obtain the appropriate legal representation before making any decisions. In this episode, Robert Angus Williams, Shareholder at Lewis, Longman & Walker, shares the importance of the Florida Right to Farm Act as well as his experience with permitting, wetland...

This episode was originally published on January 18, 2023.  Elaine Imbruglia is the President and an environmental consultant at Modica & Associates, Inc. As an environmental consultant, her career is crucial in protecting the beautiful and natural ecosystems of Florida.  In this episode, Elaine dives into her typical ecological tasks as well as some of the interesting and endangered species s...

This episode was originally published on January 4, 2023. Eminent domain can be a threatening legal procedure for the Florida landowner. In this episode, attorney Andrew Diaz, partner at Gaylord Merlin Ludovici & Diaz, joins the podcast to discuss eminent domain and the process of protecting landowner’s property rights. Throughout the conversation, Andrew unpacks the legal intricacies of emine...

In this episode, Linda and Chad are joined by Matt Hestad of the Georgia Forestry Association . With extensive knowledge in the lumber and timber industry, Matt offers a comprehensive overview of the economic and environmental significance of forestry in Georgia, a state that leads the nation in several forestry-related categories. Delving deep into the industry's $41 billion economic impact...

Hunter Forbes , a land advisor at SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate, blends his passions for hunting, fishing, and land management into his professional life. In this podcast episode, he delves into his experience in land management, highlighting different strategies for landowners to enhance the utility and value of their properties. Both a real estate advisor and land manager, Hunter i...

This episode emphasizes the critical efforts needed to protect and restore Florida's springs and waterways with Ryan Smart, Executive Director of the Florida Springs Council . As the head of a nonprofit dedicated to preserving these vital natural resources, Ryan discusses significant challenges facing Florida springs, such as pollution and excessive water withdrawal. The conversation also exp...

In this episode, we explore agritourism with Lena Juarez, Founder of JEJ & Associates and Executive Director of the Florida Agritourism Association . Lena discusses the significant role agritourism plays in Florida's economy, combining two of the state's top industries: tourism and agriculture. She also highlights how recent legislative changes have enhanced liability protection for...

Jeff Bewsher is a Senior Advisor at SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler and a Certified Wildlife Biologist at Legacy Wildlife Services. In this episode, Jeff takes listeners on a deep dive into the world of hunting lease management and its crucial role in land conservation and real estate. With his unique expertise, Jeff highlights how hunting leases offer both sustainable wildlife management solution...

The exclusive Lay of the Land Market Report continues to be the single source of verified Florida sales data used to evaluate real estate market trends and land values throughout the year. Recorded at the annual Florida Lay of the Land Conference , this presentation was delivered by Dean Saunders, Founder and Managing Partner of SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler. Learn more at SVNsaunders.com and La...

This presentation was recorded at the annual Florida Lay of the Land Conference . From enhancing connectivity to fostering economic hubs, the panel aims to unravel the relationship between transportation initiatives and Florida’s flourishing economic growth. Led by Vickie Chachere, this episode features Ed Washington of Port Tampa Bay, Ryan Cronin of CITY Furniture, and Tim Weisheyer of the Greate...

This episode is a recorded discussion from the annual Florida Lay of the Land Conference .  The discussion brought together leaders in consulting forestry, timberland real estate, forest landowners, and the timber industry to discuss the current state of timberland in Florida. Jack Vogel of Natural Resource Planning Services moderated the session, inviting expert panelists Greg Driskell of SVN | S...

Recorded at the Florida Lay of the Land Conference , this panel provided valuable insights into how real estate developers and industry leaders are adapting to challenges, seizing opportunities, and strategizing for the future amidst the evolving economic environment. Moderated by Gary Ralston of SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler, the discussion was joined by Noah Breakstone of BTI Partners, Timothy...

Against the backdrop of Florida’s unique agricultural landscape, our seasoned panelists delve into the current market conditions shaping the business of farming and land-based investments. Recorded at the annual Florida Lay of the Land Conference , this panel discussion was moderated by Jeff Cusson of SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler and features panelists Johan Dam from Farm Credit of Central Flor...