Beekeeping for1-d-1 agricultural appraisal.
Professional hive placement and management support for landowners pursuing qualifying agricultural use—without promising approval that only the appraisal district can determine.
Special appraisal—not a complete tax exemption.
Texas 1-d-1 open-space agricultural appraisal values qualifying land based on agricultural productivity. Farmer Brown & Co. provides beekeeping services; the appraisal district decides eligibility and continued qualification.
Hives need active management.
A credible beekeeping plan is more than placing boxes on land. The written proposal defines placement, inspection cadence, seasonal work, recordkeeping support and responsibilities.
Property and district research
You confirm the district rules; we review site access, forage, water and practical placement considerations.
Thoughtful hive placement
Placement considers access, safety, forage conditions and the service scope agreed in writing.
Seasonal colony care
Scheduled inspections and management support help maintain active beekeeping use and healthier colonies.
Verify first. Plan second.
County rules vary. Start with the appraisal district, then build a service plan around the verified requirements and the realities of the property.
Contact the CAD.
Ask for current 1-d-1 agricultural appraisal requirements for beekeeping.
Share the property.
Send acreage, location, access details and intended agricultural use.
Review proposal.
Understand hive services, scheduling, responsibilities and pricing.
Maintain and document.
Follow the agreed management plan and district filing requirements.
Official references: Texas Comptroller · Texas Apiary Inspection Service
Landowner questions.
Is this an agricultural tax exemption?
Texas officially treats qualifying agricultural land under 1-d-1 as a special open-space appraisal based on agricultural productivity. It is not a complete exemption from property tax.
Can Farmer Brown & Co. guarantee that my property qualifies?
No. Eligibility, acreage, history-of-use and intensity standards are determined by the applicable county appraisal district. Contact the district before committing to a hive plan.
What does Farmer Brown & Co. provide?
Depending on the written proposal, services may include hive placement, scheduled inspections, seasonal management and colony-health monitoring. The proposal defines the exact service and responsibilities.
Where should I verify the rules?
Begin with the Texas Comptroller, the Texas Apiary Inspection Service and your county appraisal district. District-specific rules control the final decision.
Build a practical hive plan.
Call or email with the property location, acreage, district guidance and the service you need.