Whitetail Landscapes - Hunting & Habitat Management

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes), Colin Koskinen (Legendary Habitat), and Brad Harper (Harper Growing Solutions) discuss the benefits of liquid products on food plots and why to switch from granular fertilizers. Colin explains the foliar and drenching sprays that Brad offers to increase plant productivity.  Brad's products are well known by food plotters and some are carbon based, equating to better interaction with our crops. Brad Harper discusses frequently asked questions that come up with clients’ every day. Brad discusses simple ways to calibrate your sprayer that will help save money. Brad explains where to start before applying a foliar spray to crops. Brad explains the negative on applying generic rates of fertilizer, herbicide or foliar, and why some users are inefficient and not economical.  Brad details more about liquid calcium and how its application is easier and works extremely fast to improve soils and the benefit to plants.Jon asks Brad if applying pulverized or granular lime verse liquid lime is better for long term sustainability and soil health. Brad explains why it might be better to use both or either lime products and specific examples of why amending the pH matters with soils. Brad explains the negative when applying synthetic fertilizers to soils. Brad details the importance of using cover crops and how soils can degrade over time.Colin provides specific examples of the results of Plot Doctor on his food plots and what the soils samples show after a few years of usage.  Jon explains the ways he looks at plants and ways to think about the change after applying foliar sprays and why he focuses on certain types of nutrients that are deficient. Brad discusses how to process foliar ingredients or herbicides and how to apply the products in a solution before application. Brad ends with last minute food plot considerations that will support increased tonnage per acre.  Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.legendaryhabitat.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbIsv6Orm9cD025IBFx8DWAhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-habitat-podcast/id1613808320https://www.facebook.com/LegendaryHabitat/Harper Growing Solutions (harpergs.com)

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Colin Koskinen (Legendary Habitat) discuss Box Blinds and what Colin prefers to install on his client properties. Jon discusses his opinion on 360 hunting blinds and what he prefers. Colin and Jon discuss poor soils and what are the options for folks that want to change their food plots for the better.Colin discusses the importance of a cover crop and why it's essential for food plotters. Colin provides options for those that are dealing with low pH and how to remedy this much quicker with specific products. Jon explains his lineage with food plots and how he has been able to overcome high costs with simple food plots that regenerate and rejuvenate soils.Colin discussed the struggles and difficulties with a no-till drill and why an expensive piece of equipment might not be the right choice for those trying to plant their fields. Colin discusses both sandy and clay soils and what strategies you might consider when planting certain crops. Colin and Jon discuss seed options that work well in producing better root matter and increasing the potential for organic material.Colin identifies the type of foliar sprays he is using and the results that were achieved. Colin explains side by side comparisons when using foliar sprays and results identify benefits with one choice versus the other.  Jon provides an option to draw deer to your property with a new technique that makes food plots more attractive.  Colin explains an option to improve portions of your property beyond food plots and simple tactics that will improve vegetation. Colin provides several options to improve your property with other options most have not heard about.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Eric Hansen (Just Hunt Club) discuss Box Blinds and why they are a primary consideration for hunters. Eric explains how he started with man-made box blinds and why he has changed to manufactured build blinds.  Eric explains his style of hunting and the benefit of hunting blinds and how manufactured blinds have made hard to hunt areas much easier.Eric explains why he prefers wooden platforms versus metal stands. Eric identifies the height of his blinds and Jon discusses why box blinds within food plots, like corn, may not be the best option for hunters. Eric discusses using terrain and vegetation to create cover around a blind and how to create movement patterns that move deer more efficiently toward and past blinds.Eric identifies pros and cons of each type of manufactured blind and what attributes of each blind he uses that are beneficial. Eric explains why Redneck blinds are his predominant choice on his property and how he is excited to use their larger version. Eric explains crop rotations and how he uses corn and why interseeding into corn is very difficult for most. Therefore, it is important to think about food plot layout and food preferences.Eric and Jon discuss deer hunting differences in locations they are familiar with and the safety benefits of hunting out of a box blind. Each contributor gets into various topics about taking kids hunting, as well as other styles of hunting and things they are focused on this upcoming season.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.justhuntclub.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/justhuntclubhttps://www.facebook.com/justhuntclub/https://www.instagram.com/justhuntclub/?hl=en

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Rocky Burrus (SA Farm Management Service) discuss Box Blinds and why they are a primary consideration for hunters. Rocky explains the benefits of box blinds and how it creates better opportunities to hunt with friends and family. Rocky discusses the box blinds setup and the insulation benefits. Rocky breaks down how to increase the longevity of the blind and how to preserve wood or why metal blinds may be a better option.Jon discusses his opinion on box blinds and how he installs blinds and what lessons he has learned over the years. Rocky discusses build and commercial blinds and the price differences. Rocky explains how some individually built blinds may not survive being tipped over. Rocky explains the difference in windows and a better material to use on your setups. Rocky discusses durability and how man made blinds may afford you a better option after being damaged.Jon discusses the pros and cons of having a blind and what failures he sees in various types of the blinds. Jon explains his long-term perspective on maintenance and comparables when it comes to material and longevity. Rocky explains window setups that are quieter to most manufactured blinds. Rocky and Jon discuss the visual disadvantages to box blinds and what individuals tend to focus on when buying a blind.Rocky discusses anchoring blinds and his technique that reduces blow overs. Jon explains how to set up a blind that is portable and allows for leveling. Rocky explains how to level you blind and what footprint he prefers to help stabilize the blind afield. Rocky breaks down pricing of his blinds and how competitive manmade blinds can be. Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enSA FARMS Management Service | Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/safarmmanagementservice/?hl=enTags: consulting, wildlife, wildlife management, mature bucks, bucks, big bucks, rut, rutting bucks, whitetails, deer, outdoors, deer management, deer season, gun hunting, bow hunting, bow hunting whitetails, whitetail deer, whitetails, land management, pressured deer, conservation, biodiversity, diversity, hunt, hunters, hunting, land, land management, landowner, lease, wildlife plan, timber, bedding, wildlife habitat solutions, native plants, non-native plants, plants, outdoors, food plot, food plots, burning, timber restoration, controlled burning, ponds, harvest, timber stand improvement, forests, bedding, habitat solutions, wildlife enhancement, deer improvement, habitat, outdoors, forest, cutting, chainsaw, food plot, rut, October, November, agriculture, clover, chicory, mature bucks, acorns, design, consulting, whitetail landscape, prediction, analyze, data, trends, movement, rut, oak, logging, seedlings, woodlot, forest management, improvement, regeneration, Tennessee, trail camera, data, ammo, ammunition, shotgun, rifle, mulching, predators, treestand, hang on, box blinds. 

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Kenny Kane (Generations Forestry) discuss the status of the timber market and the decision to sell or not.  Kenny explains the importance of hiring the correct person to manage your property for timber and wildlife. Kenny expresses his concerns about timber prices and why inflation and other costs are impacting our markets.Kenny breaks down why the market has changed, and who is to blame for the timber market shift. Kenny discusses how wood preferences have shifted demand. Kenny and Jon discuss the prices during COVID and the timber prices today.  Kenny discusses the client's goals and not allowing the market to limit a timber harvest. Jon discusses the status of client demands and weighing the financial decisions in a way thatKenny talks about alternatives to timber harvest that will get clients ahead during this tough market. Jon explains the methods to deciding why to invest in your property and valuing time and effort to achieve related goals. Kenny breaks down a client property and how he is attacking the timber harvest process and what trees clients should remove or keep.Kenny and Jon discuss specific examples of how to cut timber and selectively keep certain trees to improve and change the timber and wildlife beneficial. Jon discusses what clients are doing wrong on their properties and why so much focus on food plots will set you back.  Kenny ends with specifics on what you should do right now in this timber market that will get your property ahead of the game.   Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enHome - Generations ForestryKenny Kane (@kenjkane) • Instagram photos and videosTags: consulting, wildlife, wildlife management, mature bucks, bucks, big bucks, rut, rutting bucks, whitetails, deer, outdoors, deer management, deer season, gun hunting, bow hunting, bow hunting whitetails, whitetail deer, whitetails, land management, pressured deer, conservation, biodiversity, diversity, hunt, hunters, hunting, land, land management, landowner, lease, wildlife plan, timber, bedding, wildlife habitat solutions, native plants, non-native plants, plants, outdoors, food plot, food plots, burning, timber restoration, controlled burning, ponds, harvest, timber stand improvement, forests, bedding, habitat solutions, wildlife enhancement, deer improvement, habitat, outdoors, forest, cutting, chainsaw, food plot, rut, October, November, agriculture, clover, chicory, mature bucks, acorns, design, consulting, whitetail landscape, prediction, analyze, data, trends, movement, rut, oak, logging, seedlings, woodlot, forest management, improvement, regeneration, timber, value

In this podcast, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Tim Russell (Green Fire Forestry & Wildlife Services) discuss American beech and the benefit on the landscapes. Tim explains the general benefits of beech in the markets today. Can you have too many beech trees on your property, Tim explains.  Jon and Tim discuss our forest today and what has happened over the years that have made certain properties most inclined to have American beech and minimal diversity.Tim discusses what to do when most of your property has been degraded and the remaining trees, like beech, remain. Tim discusses other tree varieties and those that stump sprout, providing value for our deer herd. Tim discusses beech bark disease, and how to identify it. Jon discusses the benefit of beech on the landscapes and how he has seen the use by deer and other mammals. Jon discusses the importance of beech, nut production and an increase in utilization by bears and in increase in bear populations accordingly.Tim discusses what not to do when it comes to managing your forest, and what species he wants for economic purposes and for deer. Jon discusses the importance of having diversity and why he prefers to have beech on his property in pockets, managing for specific trees. Tim explains what trees to leave on the landscape and how he approaches beech trees that are tolerant of beech bark disease. Tim goes into detail on how to evaluate your forest and handle beech brush and what equipment he uses to remove beech. Tim discusses hack and squirt methods and what tree species he prefers to kill on the landscape. Tim explains when is the best time to cut diseased beech trees.Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enGreen Fire Forestry & Wildlife Services, LLCCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Todd Shippee (Empire Land Management), new adaptive hunting property concepts. Jon explains some tactics for dealing with non-native plants. Todd discusses drought and fighting weeds. Todd details what happened to switchgrass this year on his client properties and two options that listeners may consider, as well as which option might work best in heat and drought. Todd discusses how late switchgrass can be planted through the summer. Todd details errors with clients that listeners should consider when emplacing box blinds.  Todd explains an innovative tactic to getting into wet areas for hunting or vehicles that will change the way you hunt your property. Jon discusses foliar sprays and compost teas for food plots. Jon breaks down more about new ideas that will get your food plots to the next level.Todd discusses a major mistake that occurred on an adjacent property that limited what he was able to do to help a client property. Todd details the types of herbicides that farmers use, and the restrictions that may occur if there is overspray. Also, it's important to recognize that restricted herbicides are far more impactful on crop competition than we sometimes realize. Todd and Jon discuss Miscanthus Grass and its use on the landscape. Todd provides examples of how it's used on the landscape. Jon compares willows and Miscanthus Grass and discusses the pros and cons. Todd and Jon discuss non-native plants and invasive qualities that can impact your landscape. Todd and Jon discuss exclusion cages to promote native plants.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content! Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enEmpire Land Management (@empirelandmgmt) • Instagram photos and videosWhitetail Institute - Food Plots - Deer Food Plot Seeds - Soil Testing

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Eric Lance (Hunt Science Podcast) discuss the upcoming next several months and how they both approach their hunting properties. Jon and Eric discuss the top activity you can do this time of year to prepare yourself for hunting season. Eric explains the activity levels on his property and how he establishes routine happenings that do not dissuade his deer.Eric discusses the methods of collecting data on deer to include GPS collaring and related information that can benefit our hunting. Eric and Jon discuss thermal drone imagery and how important using tools like this can be to enhancing our knowledge of deer’s whereabouts. Eric discusses fawn recruitment and techniques to evaluate survival at birth and otherwise.Jon explains how to shrink deer movement on your property. Eric explains why not to focus on deer home ranges, but focusing solely on habitat is one of the more important facets that you as a land manager can control. Eric discusses things that GPS or telemetry studies do not tell us, such as how our deer behave in  social groups. Jon explains a theory that will enhance your understanding of deer movement and why summer and winter food is critical to enticing deer onto your property.  Eric supports the idea that spring and summer food is critical to our deer and how we need to support our deer through stress periods, improving the quality of our deer throughout the following years. Eric explains the impact of predators on the landscapes. Eric provides a surprising bit of rationale on why predator control may not be on the top of your list when it comes to deer populations and survival.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enTheHuntSciencePodcast

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Rocky Burrus (SA Farm Management Service) discuss how to build your hunting schedule now for the fall. Jon discusses a future habitat day on his property planned for next summer. Rocky explains why he enjoys cutting timber in the summer versus the winter. Rocky discusses his food plot layouts and how to reduce predators near or within your food plots.  Rocky explains how to evaluate trail cameras and hunting data on properties and the process he goes through to collect data and how to process this information for next year's hunting season. Rocky gives specific details on certain types of deer that he believes that you can capitalize on to have success this fall. Rocky explains the importance of annual deer patterns and how their routine movement can lead to a mature buck’s demise. Rocky explains a Tennessee giant buck that fell to an annual pattern that proves his point deer are sometimes more consistent than we realize.Jon explains his thoughts on deer movement, his own property and why to evaluate changes on the landscape that will better facilitate more interest. Rocky explains a new project he will be working on and what he feels like will change his property next year. Rocky details an approach to working with your neighbors/farmers to benefit your property. Rocky provides a specific example of when to hunt a particular buck in his area. Jon and Rocky explain a measurement of success on a hunting property we tend to forget about when trying to develop a property.Jon and Rocky discuss the regional differences and the importance of considering techniques that pertain to your area based on your deer herd, related hunting pressure and hunting capability.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Austin Delano (Mossy Oak BioLogic) discuss ways to reverse drought concerns, long-term drought resilience properties and soil compaction. Austin provides soil improvement techniques to include mechanical methods of changing water collection and retention. Jon explains high level ways to architect your landscape for water, and how water can be the most important resource we have. Jon and Austin discuss fallow areas, and Austin provides plant options that are more drought tolerant, which can change these areas and your food plots.Austin explains the concept of subsoiling and how this can change the ground we work. Jon and Austin discuss when to subsoil, the multitude of benefits and what they have learned from doing this technique. Austin suggests certain tractor requirements and how this technique alleviates hardpans. Austin explains to Jon the new radishes that are being released by biologic and how he expects these to be a game changer to those across the country.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/austind_1/?hl=enhttps://www.plantbiologic.com/https://www.mossyoak.com/