Get Application For Texas Agriculture Exemption Form Ap 228

Can I really get an "Ag Exemption" by putting honey bees on my land? In Texas, if you own more than 5 acres of rural or residential land, you may apply for a special "Open Space" land valuation for raising honey bees on your property and save thousands on your property taxes each year!

In most counties, the minimum number of hives to qualify is six (6) for the first 5 acres, with additional hives per additional qualifying acre (up to 20) - at which stage the Texas Apiary Inspection Service requires registration of the apiary (bee yard).

To claim a tax exemption on qualifying items, you must apply for an agricultural and timber registration number (Ag/Timber Number) from the Comptroller. You must include the Ag/Timber Number on the agricultural exemption certificate (PDF) or the timber exemption certificate (PDF) when buying qualifying items.

Allow three to four weeks for processing time. Additionally, you can call our Fax on Demand service at 1-800-531-1441, or call 1-800-252-5555 to ask for an application to be mailed to you.

Ag exemption requirements vary by county, but generally you need at least 10 acres of qualified agricultural land to be eligible. Check with your county to verify.

The minimum requirement for grazing stock is 4 animal units.

To claim a tax exemption on qualifying items, you must apply for an agricultural and timber registration number (Ag/Timber Number) from the Comptroller. You must include the Ag/Timber Number on the agricultural exemption certificate (PDF) or the timber exemption certificate (PDF) when buying qualifying items.

Beekeeping is the easiest and least expensive way to keep or obtain an AG valuation for an experienced beekeeper. Honeybees do not require fences, livestock trailers, veterinarians, hay, and you are not tied to the land.