Pasture reclamation in Hendry County restores overgrown grazing land by selectively removing palmetto, cabbage palm, melaleuca, and wax myrtle while preserving productive bahiagrass and native forage. We tailor our approach to the county's soil conditions, working carefully on muck soils to avoid oxidation and on sandy ridges to prevent erosion. Serving LaBelle, Clewiston, Harlem, Port LaBelle, and 2 more communities across Hendry County.
Restore overgrown pasture and agricultural land to productive use. Mulch the overgrowth, grind stumps at grade, and leave a surface ready for seeding or fencing.
Hendry County's cattle industry operates on thousands of acres of improved and native range that faces constant pressure from woody plant invasion. Ranches west of LaBelle and south of the Caloosahatchee have seen significant acreage lost to palmetto and melaleuca encroachment, and reclaiming this land is more economical than the permitting and environmental costs associated with clearing new ground in the county's wetland-rich landscape.
Hendry County straddles the agricultural heartland of south-central Florida, stretching from the Caloosahatchee River on the north to the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation and western Everglades on the south. The northern half is dominated by sugarcane fields and citrus groves on flat, organically enriched soils, while the southern half transitions into pine flatwoods, wet prairie, and cypress strands. LaBelle sits on a modest bluff above the Caloosahatchee, one of the few elevated points in the county. Clewiston, the self-proclaimed sweetest town in America, anchors the eastern county adjacent to Lake Okeechobee's southwestern shore. Montura Ranch Estates in the south is a sprawling 1960s-era subdivision of 10,000 platted lots on former wetland prairie.
Agricultural clearing dominates Hendry County—sugarcane field preparation, citrus grove renovation, and conversion between crop types generate the largest volume of clearing work. US Sugar Corporation and Florida Crystals operate tens of thousands of acres in the county, with periodic needs for ditch bank clearing, field-edge maintenance, and access road construction. Residential clearing centers on LaBelle's growing community and the gradual buildout of Montura Ranch Estates, where property owners face significant challenges building on poorly drained lots. Cattle ranching on the county's western prairies requires ongoing pasture maintenance and fence-line reclamation. Hendry County's agricultural economy generates consistent clearing demand tied to crop cycles, grove renovation, and field infrastructure maintenance. LaBelle has experienced modest residential growth as workers in Lee County's construction industry seek affordable housing east of I-75. Montura Ranch Estates, despite its drainage challenges, continues to attract buyers building on lots that were originally sold sight-unseen in the 1960s. The ongoing Caloosahatchee River restoration project creates periodic right-of-way and riparian clearing needs.
We assess your Hendry County property in person — evaluating terrain, vegetation density, and equipment access to deliver an accurate T&M quote.
Clear scope, timeline, and expectations documented in our Master Service Agreement before any equipment rolls. No surprises, no hidden charges.
CAT track loaders and 20+ ton excavators mobilize to your Hendry County site. Production-grade equipment means faster timelines and cleaner results.
Owner Jeremiah Anderson walks the finished project with you to confirm every detail meets expectations before we close out the job.
Hendry County's environmental regulations are shaped by its position between Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades ecosystem. The South Florida Water Management District closely regulates water levels and agricultural discharges throughout the county. Clearing in or adjacent to the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation requires coordination with tribal authorities. The Florida bonneted bat, one of the rarest mammals in North America, has been documented in the county, triggering U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service consultation for projects in suitable habitat. Crested caracara nesting territories dot the county's open rangelands and require buffers during nesting season. The Caloosahatchee River is designated as critical habitat for the West Indian manatee.
Protected species: Hendry County is home to Florida bonneted bat, Crested caracara, Gopher tortoise, Eastern indigo snake, Wood stork, Snail kite, West Indian manatee, Florida sandhill crane. Pre-clearing wildlife surveys may be required depending on habitat type and project scope.
Waterways & buffers: Properties near Caloosahatchee River, Lake Okeechobee, Ortona Lock, W.P. Franklin Lock, Townsend Canal, Hendry Canal, Flaghole Drainage District canals, Big Cypress Canal, Deer Fence Canal may require setback buffers and water management district permits. TreeShop works within all required buffer zones.
Soil conditions: The sugarcane lands south and east of Clewiston sit on Pahokee, Lauderhill, and Terra Ceia muck soils—deep organic soils formed from ancient lake-bottom sediments that are among the most productive agricultural soils in Florida. The LaBelle area features Pineda and Riviera fine sands along the Caloosahatchee floodplain, while upland ridges support Immokalee and Oldsmar fine sands. Montura Ranch Estates is underlain by Basinger and Margate fine sands, poorly drained soils that flood extensively during wet season and pose significant challenges for residential development.
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Pasture Reclamation in Hendry County