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Texas Homestead

Did you know that Texas has been a homestead state since its founding in 1845, when homestead laws were incorporated into the Texas Constitution and before the Homestead Act of 1862?

Homestead Act of 1862 by the Numbers*

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Years the Homestead Act was in effect (1863-1986).
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Number of acres in a typical homestead claim.
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Texas Homesteading by the Numbers**

Total number of acres that Texas Farms and Ranches Cover
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Percentage of Agricultural Producers in Texas that are Women
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Estimated number of agricultural producers aged 35 or less.
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Average Age of a Texas Farmer or Rancher
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Gardening

Whether on a small urban lot or a sprawling rural property, homestead gardening is a rewarding way to nourish both body and soul.
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Livestock

Livestock farming on a homestead can be scaled to fit a variety of land sizes and can be a key component of a resilient, sustainable home economy.
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Hunting

This method of sourcing food ties directly into the self-sufficient lifestyle many homesteaders strive for, promoting an ethical approach to wildlife management and conservation.
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Food Preparation

This practice emphasizes traditional cooking methods, from scratch-made meals to canning, fermenting, and drying, ensuring that nothing goes to waste
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Poultry

Poultry are often considered the backbone of a homestead, as they are relatively easy to care for, require minimal space, and offer a quick return on investment.
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Fishing

Whether through traditional angling, setting traps, or maintaining a stocked pond on your property, fishing offers a natural way to diversify your homestead’s food supply.
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Emergency Planning

By preparing for natural disasters, power outages, or other emergencies, homesteaders can ensure their families and properties remain safe and functional.
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Winterizing

Winterizing your homestead ensures that both you and your animals remain safe, warm, and well-fed throughout the winter, maintaining the resilience and sustainability that are core to homesteading.
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Water

By carefully managing water resources, homesteaders can maintain a thriving, sustainable homestead that supports all aspects of daily life, even in challenging conditions.
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Ask Us Anything, Anytime.

We are generational Texans. Our families have farmed and ranched land all over this great state. We want to continue the tradition of cultivating the land and families that have long since gone and hopefully will last for generations more. Please reach out with questions and we will answer as soon as we can.

*Information on homesteading in the United States is taken from the National Parks website.

**Texas does not have data that can be directly attributed to Homesteading. Data shown below is from Texas Department of Agriculture and is from 2022.