Ag Valuation
Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at Ag Value, Not Market Value
Farm and ranch land in Robertson County can be taxed on what it produces, not what it sells for. This can mean a much lower tax bill.
Texas law lets farm and ranch land be taxed on what it can produce. That is different from its market value — what someone would pay to buy it. Most people call this an 'ag exemption.' The official name is a special appraisal.
To qualify, the land must be used for farming, ranching, or timber. It must be actively used that way for at least five of the past seven years. Wildlife management is also allowed. But the land must have had an ag appraisal first before you can switch to wildlife use.
Robertson County has a long history of cattle ranching and row crops. Many rural tracts here may qualify.
To apply, contact the Robertson County Appraisal District. That is the office that sets your property value for tax purposes. The Texas Comptroller's ag-timber page has the rules and Form 50-129. Go there to check current details before you apply.
Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Agricultural Special Appraisal