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Turner Ranches FAQ
How large are Mr. Turner's landholdings? How many ranches does he own?
Ted Turner's Western properties consist of 15 ranches in seven states (CO, KS, MT, NE, NM, SD, OK). Mr. Turner raises bison on 14 of the properties.
How many acres of land does he possess overall?
Mr. Turner is the largest individual landowner in North America. He owns approximately 2 million acres.
Will he continue to concentrate his ranching activities in the Western states? Why?
The Turner properties are concentrated primarily in the Western plain states since this is the environment most conducive to raising bison.
When did Mr. Turner start ranching?
Mr. Turner purchased his first bison in 1976 and his first ranch (The Bar None in Montana) in 1987.
What is Mr. Turner's standpoint on environmental protection vs. productive ranching enterprises?
Mr. Turner's commitment to the environment is consistent with the management philosophy of his ranches and properties. The mission statement of Turner Enterprises, Inc. is "to manage Turner lands in an economically sustainable and ecologically sensitive manner while promoting the conservation of native species." This philosophy allows natural processes to take precedence, but still recognizes the "hand of man." Turner Enterprises, Inc. strives for management that is both ecologically sensitive and commercially sustainable.
How is Mr. Turner's land "used"?
All of the Turner properties are used in some way through bison ranching, commercial fishing and hunting and, in a few cases, limited and sustainable timber harvesting. There are also many ongoing projects to save endangered species on Turner properties. For more information on these projects please visit: http://www.tesf.org
How many bison are in Turner's herd?
The Turner bison herd is approximately 50,000 head, which is the largest private herd in the world.
Where can I find more information about bison?
The bison industry is a viable meat business, and this viability also serves to ensure the survival of the species. The consumer bison industry has been growing steadily over the last ten years, as consumers become better acquainted with the health, nutrition and taste advantages of bison meat. For more information on the bison industry, please visit Great Range Bison.
Bison are handled as little as possible. They spend most of their lives on grass, much as they always have, with little time on a concentrated feed ration. The National Bison Association prohibits the use of any sub-therapeutic antibiotics, growth hormones, or animal by-products. Nutritional studies conducted at North Dakota State University reveal that bison meat is a highly nutrient-dense food because of the proportion of protein, fat, mineral, and fatty acids to its caloric value. Comparisons to other meat sources have also shown that bison has a greater concentration of iron, as well as some of the essential fatty acids necessary for human well being. For more information on bison products, please visit the National Bison Association's website.
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Ted Turner on The Martha Stewart Show
Click on the link below to view Martha Stewart's visit to Ted Turner's Montana ranch.
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CALL ME TED
A shrewd businessman, outspoken maverick, and generous philanthropist, Ted Turner’s life is the stuff of legend. Now, for the first time, he shares his personal story. Click on the book cover above or the link below for more information.
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