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In this Farm Companion, we walk our Illinois farm after a successful shed hunt—including a match set from a mature buck—and break down what we’re seeing on the ground. From access and cover to CRP, fire, and habitat plans, this trip is shaping what comes next. This farm is shaping up to have big buck success moving forward. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we break down our Illinois farm plan—from beans, clover, and CRP strategy to tree stand locations and deer movement. We dive into why deer shift, how to know when a buck is actually killable, and the decisions that give you the best chance during the season. This is the time of year that's crucial for big bucks in the fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 Illinois Farm Plans: Beans, Clover & Layout
04:30 Building Habitat That Holds Bucks
21:00 Deer Movement: Why They Shift Off the Farm
43:05 New Ground & Hunting Opportunities
49:45 What Makes a Deer Killable?
01:05:05 Finding Tree Stand Locations That Work
01:15:24 Scouting Without Blowing Deer Out
01:26:49 Seed, Spray & The Real Farm Plan

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What are we fixing on our farm… and is it already too late? In this Farm Companion, we break down the changes we’re making to a 12-acre clearcut and why it could determine how mature bucks use the property. From spraying and burning to CRP and building better cover, this is the work that actually shifts deer movement. We also talk where deer are really living on a 1,000-acre farm, how we’re using screening to control movement, and what’s next as we head to Illinois to execute the plan. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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Fire is one of the most powerful tools in habitat management—but most landowners never use it. Habitat manager Erich Long returns to break down prescribed fire, timber stand improvement, invasive species control, and how burning and logging work together to restore wildlife habitat for the deer we want to hold this fall. If you're serious about improving land and managing better habitat, this conversation is worth your time. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 Introduction
09:07 Why Fire Matters for Wildlife
23:58 The Reality of Controlled Burns
30:11 Why You Need a Qualified Burn Manager
40:40 Balancing Fire and Wildlife
49:01 Burn Safety and Smoke Management
57:37 Managing Warm Season Grasses
01:01:07 Timber Management for Wildlife
01:10:41 The Economics of Logging and Habitat
01:29:52 The Frustrations of Deer Management
01:49:51 The Pressure of Modern Hunting
02:05:49 Rediscovering the Joy of Hunting

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Not every habitat improvement actually helps you hold mature bucks. Some changes matter a lot more than others. In this episode of Farm Companion, Jared and Jeremy walk through the farm work that actually moves the needle — from cutting timber and creating better edge habitat to planting screening, food plot strategy, improving access, and scouting the property during the offseason. These small changes can completely transform how deer use a hunting farm. The work happening right now is what sets the stage for fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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