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For the Carlton family, caring for the land has never been separate from raising cattle. The two have gone hand in hand for generations, each carrying with it a responsibility to leave something worthwhile for those who come next. The family’s roots in Florida stretch back to the 1870s, beginning a ranching legacy that has now reached five generations. Bull Hammock Ranch became part of that story in 1947.

Rolling pastures at Great Mark Western’s main location reflect the operation’s commitment to land stewardship. Throughout Florida’s history, cattle producers have understood a simple truth: the land doesn’t belong to us forever. We are simply its caretakers for a season. That belief is the inspiration behind Florida Cattlemen’s Association President John Williamson’s theme for the coming year, “Keepers of His Land.” It is a reminder that stewardship takes many forms. Sometime

Throughout Florida’s history, cattle producers have understood a simple truth: the land doesn’t belong to us forever. We are simply its caretakers for a season. That belief is the inspiration behind Florida Cattlemen’s Association President John Williamson’s theme for the coming year—”Keepers of His Land.” It is a reminder that ranchers have long balanced the responsibility of producing food with protecting the natural resources that make ranching possible.