July 2025 TRFS Update

JULY HAS ARRIVED—AND THESE HOT PROPERTY UPDATES ARE MAKING WAVES!

NEW! BRP Ranch is a 132.56± acre South Texas property offering a premier hunting experience, diverse terrain, and multiple building sites with long-range views. Ideally located just south of the San Antonio River, this ranch combines recreational appeal with the opportunity to create a private retreat or homestead.

REDUCED! Lost Creek Ranch South is an extraordinary 290± acre Hill Country estate showcasing remarkable natural beauty, tranquility, and contemporary comfort. The property boasts dramatic elevation shifts from approximately 1,620'± to 1,920'± asl, delivering exceptional panoramic vistas in every direction. A beautifully updated rock ranch home, abundant wildlife, and a serene tributary of Cherry Creek, featuring multiple dammed areas, further elevate the ranch’s charm and functionality. An additional 82± acre high-fenced parcel is also available in conjunction with Lost Creek Ranch South.

JUST SOLD! Bar D Ranch is officially off the market! This ranch features gently rolling hills, panoramic views, and lush native grasses, this ranch is an outdoor paradise. The high-fenced property offers a well-maintained habitat supporting diverse wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, and dove. Hunting opportunities are plentiful, complemented by strategically placed blinds and feeders that align with the property.

CHECK OUT THE LATEST TEXAS DROUGHT CONDITIONS!

Rain is a good thing...we're praying it continues! Texas has seen recent rainfall which has helped the state avoid serious drought concerns. The state is experiencing a much lower percentage of exceptional drought conditions at 9.06%. Extreme drought conditions have also decreased to 14.61% statewide. Stay informed about current water conditions.

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U.S. House Passes Measure to Push Mexico on Water Deliveries

A bipartisan resolution that targets the critical water scarcity issues in South Texas passed the U.S. House of Representatives

A bipartisan resolution that targets the critical water scarcity issues in South Texas passed the U.S. House of Representatives late last year.

HR 683, introduced by U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz of Texas, calls on Mexico to fulfill its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty with the U.S. The treaty governs the allocation of water from the Colorado, Tijuana and Rio Grande rivers.

Mexico is required to provide the U.S. with an average of 350,000 acre-feet of water per year over a five-year cycle. But Mexico has repeatedly delayed fulfilling the agreement until the end of the five years.

“The ongoing water delivery issues severely affect our farmers, risking significant yield reductions, and pose a threat to our national food security. This situation also leads to higher costs for American families and increased reliance on imported produce,” De La Cruz said. “Moreover, the lack of water is causing harsh restrictions in our communities, impacting both families and businesses. It is vital that the Mexican government adheres to its treaty obligations. Our families, farmers and ranchers shouldn’t bear the consequences of Mexico’s non-compliance.”

Texas Farm Bureau supports the measure and passed organizational policy in December specific to the 1944 Water Treaty.

“This policy supports the U.S. to call on Mexico to fulfill its obligations under the 1944 treaty. The drought conditions and water scarcity in South Texas are causing major challenges for farmers and ranchers,” TFB President Russell Boening said. “The lack of consistent water deliveries is impacting agriculture, and Mexico should be held accountable to fulfill its water contributions in a timely manner.”

Longstanding issues with Mexico meeting water debt obligations have left Texas farmers and ranchers along the Rio Grande River Basin high and dry, concerned for their operations’ future viability.

The ongoing drought conditions have elevated the issue.

“This is a national legislative priority issue for Texas Farm Bureau,” Boening said. “Water is needed for agriculture and our communities in South Texas. Mexico needs to be held accountable for fulfilling annual deliveries of 350,000 acre-feet of water under the treaty.”

The resolution recognizes that South Texas farmers are experiencing water shortages and supports diplomacy to encourage Mexico to fulfill the commitments in a consistent and timely manner. It also supports negotiations that will guarantee more predictable and reliable water deliveries to the U.S.

The measure now heads to the U.S. Senate for consideration.