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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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Seller Services

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Buyer Services

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Advisory Services

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The 2026 Land Report is now available on our website! Don't miss this publication packed with land market knowledge and data, giving you the information you need if you're considering buying or selling. 📈📖 Read it now at the link in our bio!#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landdata #landadvisors #chesapeakelandmarket #delmarvalandmarket #poultryfarmsforsale

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Congrats to Ben who collaborated with Peoples Company to sell this 314± acre organic farm in North Carolina! Bladen County is situated within North Carolina’s leading blueberry-producing region, recognized for its favorable soils and climate. 🫐Reach out to Ben for more details about this sale or to find a similar property.📱443-865-1344 📩 ben@thelandgroup.us#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landforsale #northcarolinalandforsale #northcarolinafarmsforsale #bladencountync #landadvisors

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Situated on approximately 20 acres, this property includes two existing residences totaling an estimated 2,828 square feet. The property also includes multiple outbuildings providing functional space for storage or general utility use. The acreage offers open land suitable for a variety of residential or agricultural uses, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. 🌾🚜🏠For more details: 📱410-708-1984 📩 brian@thelandgroup.us#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #landforsale #marylandland #farmlandforsale #farmetteforsale

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If you've never been to the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA, make this your first year! You have until Sunday to swing by, and if you do come check us out in the Outfitters Hall, Booth 4920! #thelandgroup #weselldirt #greatamericanoutdoorshow #deerhunting #huntingland #duckhunting #recreationalland

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We're throwing it back to an old episode of Chesapeake Dirt this Friday, reflecting on our conversation with Todd Burbage of Blue Water Development! Tune in for Todd's insight on what it takes to transform land into thriving outdoor experiences. 🎧 Head to the link in our bio to listen now!#thelandgroup #weselldirt #chesapeakedirtpodcast #landpodcast #landuse #landdevelopment #campgrounds

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Congrats to Brian on the sale of this private 64 acre farm used as a small beef operation in Sudlersville, MD! Reach out to Brian for more information about this deal or to find a similar property for yourself! 📱410-708-1984 📩 brian@thelandgroup.us#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #landforsale #queenannescountyland #marylandland #farmlandforsale

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Happy birthday to Minh, one of our in-house poultry pros! We hope it's a great day!🎉

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We can't wait to be back at the Great American Outdoor Show starting this weekend! Stop by our booth in Outfitters Hall - maybe you'll find your dream hunting property! 🦌🦆🦃#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #marylandland #delawareland #virginialand #pennsylvanialand #landforsale #huntinglandforsale

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