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Hendrie Ranch Conservation Easement: Florida approves $12.9m deal; wildlife corridor stays working

A 5,610-acre section of Hendrie Ranch will remain undeveloped due to a $12.9 million conservation easement. This agreement, approved by state officials, allows continued agricultural use while protecting the land from development. The ranch supports cattle, hay production, and timber harvesting alongside diverse wildlife habitats. It is part of Florida's Rural and Family Lands Protection Program to safeguard agricultural properties.