Ag Valuation
Rural land in Mills County may qualify for agricultural valuation
Land used for farming, ranching, or wildlife management can be taxed on its production value rather than market value, which is often much lower.
Texas law lets qualifying agricultural land be appraised on what it produces, not what it would sell for. This is called a 1-d-1 open-space appraisal. In a ranching county like Mills, where livestock income makes up most of agriculture, this can mean a big tax difference. Cattle, sheep, goats, and hay operations can qualify. Beekeeping is also eligible under state guidelines.
Land that already has an ag valuation can switch to a wildlife management valuation if you use it for qualifying wildlife activities instead. You apply through the Mills Central Appraisal District. The district posts its local acreage minimums and guidelines online. Check millscad.org for the current requirements before you apply.
Source to confirm: Mills Central Appraisal District — Agricultural and Wildlife Valuation