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The Chesapeake Bay
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Why & How

Vision

The Land Group began with founder Benjamin Alder’s desire for deep-rooted understanding of land, conservation, and connections between natural and economic systems. Unlike traditional real estate firms, TLG was built with a focus on land as both a resource and an investment, united by a shared passion for preserving and maximizing the potential of the land. It started with a vision. It started with the land.

 

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Our Estuary

Intention: Meeting the Challenge of Land & Industry

At The Land Group, our mission goes beyond selling land—we’re dedicated to solving real challenges for landowners, agribusinesses, and natural resource stewards in the Chesapeake region. With deep expertise in land use, conservation, and economic forces, we provide strategic solutions for poultry farmers, timberland owners, organic producers, and more. Our intentions and innovations are what help clients navigate the complex realm of land management while preserving the region’s agricultural and natural resources. Along the way, “We Sell Dirt.”

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The Common Thread

Purpose & Mission

Our vision and intention have a common thread—a common relationship between land and agribusiness in the Chesapeake region. Farmers, watermen, and land managers understand that long-term success depends on balancing resource use with conservation. The nature of the job is to adapt, innovate, and work within their communities to ensure sustainability. At The Land Group, we want to cultivate this relationship and provide the expertise to help you navigate it for lasting success.

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Advisory Services

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Kudos to Ben and Will on the sale of this timber property in Worcester County! 🌲 It traded for approximately $2,350 per acre.Our advisors work every day within one of the most active land markets on the East Coast, helping landowners steward over 45,000 acres in the last five years. Reach out to our team to begin your buying or selling process: https://thelandgroup.com/contact-us/#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #landforsale #marylandlandforsale #timberlandforsale #woodedlandforsale #huntinglandforsale

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Beaverdam Forest is a large, contiguous working forest comprising approximately 177.94+/- acres across five tax parcels with direct access from Johnson Road located approximately 5 miles southeast of Pocomoke City in Worcester County, MD. 92+/- acres are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) that provides quality wildlife habitat and significant income.🔗 For more details and to download the bid package, visit:https://inland.thelandgroup.com/property/beaverdam-forest#landforsale #thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #timberlandforsale #huntinglandforsale #marylandlandforsale #conservedland

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Happy happy birthday to Scott! Hope you've enjoyed your special day! 🥳

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Sending lots of happy birthday wishes to Jesse on this cold and snowy day! 🎉🎂

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With our first big snow of the year in the forecast, we hope you stay safe and warm this weekend! ❄️

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‼️Just reduced ‼️This +/- 144 acre timber property is divided into two parcels and is favorable to build one or two homes and enjoy hunting and wildlife on the remainder of the property. 🏡🦌🦃Reach out today for more information! #thelandgroup #weselldirt #landforsale #landadvisors #marylandlandforsale #timberlandforsale #huntinglandforsale #recreationallandforsale

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Another poultry farm deal done by Nick! 🐥 This two-farm poultry operation in Delmar, DE has housing, infrastructure, and upgrades in place.If you're considering selling your poultry farm, reach out to Nick! He will evaluate your farm and guide you in pricing and positioning in the market. 📱443-465-3520 📩 nick@thelandgroup.us#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #delawarepoultryfarms #poultryfarmsforsale

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