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Lykes Bros Inc Century Strong. Future Focused. Dr. Lykes moved his family to Tampa in 1895 to focus on the cattle trade and launch his seven sons into the business world.

A family-owned agribusiness with operations in cattle, citrus, farming, forestry, recreational hunting, and land and water resource management — all guided by a commitment to stewardship, sustainability, and community. Our Story

In the 1870s, Dr. Howell Tyson Lykes gave up the practice of medicine to take over his family’s 500-acre farm in rural Hernando County, where he engaged in citrus growing and cattle ranching, including the export of cattle to Cuba. In 1900 the older boys opened an office in Havana, Cuba, doing business as Lykes Brothers. All of the brothers eventually joined the family operations and to this day the company remains a privately held, family-owned and managed business that includes cattle, citrus, farming, forestry, and land and water resources and recreational hunting. Be sure to follow our related pages too! Silver Lake Preserve: https://www.facebook.com/LykesRanch

Lykes Bros. Inc. supports Amendment 2. Vote yes this November 3rd!
10/22/2026

Lykes Bros. Inc. supports Amendment 2. Vote yes this November 3rd!

Florida farmers say passing Amendment 2 will cut equipment taxes and help lower rising food costs for families.

Lykes Bros. supports our Florida farmers and Amendment 2. Vote yes this November! Thanks Hillsborough County Farm Bureau...
10/08/2026

Lykes Bros. supports our Florida farmers and Amendment 2. Vote yes this November! Thanks Hillsborough County Farm Bureau for this helpful Fact Sheet.

Vote YES on Amendment 2! 🚜🍓

Florida agriculture depends on the equipment and tools our farmers and ranchers use every day.

Amendment 2, which will appear on Florida’s November 2026 ballot, would exempt certain agricultural and agritourism equipment -tractors, irrigation systems, harvesting equipment and farm machinery - from annual tangible personal property taxes.

Florida farmers and ranchers are facing rising costs at every turn. This amendment would reduce those operating costs by an estimated $31 million annually statewide, helping keep family farms economically viable, preserve working lands and support the people who produce the food, fiber and products we rely on.

As November approaches, we encourage our members and community to learn more about Amendment 2, what it would mean for Florida agriculture, and vote YES!

09/28/2026

Lykes Bros. Inc. supports Florida farmers and Amendment 2. Vote yes in November!

At Lykes Bros. Inc., caring for the land also means caring for the remarkable wildlife that calls it home. Through delib...
09/08/2026

At Lykes Bros. Inc., caring for the land also means caring for the remarkable wildlife that calls it home. Through deliberate, active management, we protect biodiversity, support native and migratory species, and maintain the natural balances that allow both wildlife and ecosystems to flourish for generations.

Our working lands provide a vital habitat for a wide range of native game species and migratory wildlife. Our team of wildlife biologists regularly conducts wildlife surveys to track population trends of native game species, such as deer and turkeys, as well as invasive species like coyotes and hogs. These surveys provide critical insight into animal health and habitat conditions, helping guide responsible land management decisions.

Our conservation efforts also help protect some of Florida’s most iconic species, including the gopher tortoise and Florida panther. Through partnerships with the State of Florida and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, establishing conservation easements, supporting education by allowing research access, and the ongoing work of our wildlife and conservation teams, we help protect and connect these critical habitats while supporting the long-term health of these species.

Florida Panther photo by Carlton Ward, Jr./Wildpath 📸

Learn more about our active wildlife management in the Generations of Stewardship report at the link below. 👇
https://lykes.pulse.ly/wtb1nwdr6q

We are proud to sponsor the Joe E. Collins II Memorial Fund Fun Shoot again this year. Please save the date and we hope ...
09/07/2026

We are proud to sponsor the Joe E. Collins II Memorial Fund Fun Shoot again this year. Please save the date and we hope to see you there!

A huge thank you to our 2026 sponsors of the Joe E. Collins II Memorial Fund 2nd Annual Fun Shoot!

Presenting sponsor: Lykes Bros Inc
Lunch Sponsor: Sebring Florist Inc.
Breakfast sponsor: Swaine Harris & Wohl
Cart Sponsor: U.S. Sugar

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/261897320682162
If you are interested in sponsoring or donating, reach out to us for more information.

Did you know Lykes Bros. Inc. owns and operates a 272,000-acre ranch in the Chihuahuan Desert? 🏜️Meet the O2 Ranch. This...
09/01/2026

Did you know Lykes Bros. Inc. owns and operates a 272,000-acre ranch in the Chihuahuan Desert? 🏜️

Meet the O2 Ranch. This Texas ranch spans approximately 272,000 acres across Brewster and Presidio counties. Lykes acquired the O2 Ranch in 1941 and today the focus is on restoring native grasslands while maintaining sustainable operations.

Through close collaboration with Sul Ross State University, the Borderlands Research Institute, and the Rio Grande Joint Venture / Alianza Regional de Conservacion del Rio Bravo, we continue to guide restoration and wildlife management efforts across the ranch. We also invest in water infrastructure to improve pasture and animal health within persistent drought conditions and carefully manage grazing and hunting to help preserve the ecological integrity of the Chihuahuan Desert.

The O2 Ranch is a unique example of what stewardship looks like across Lykes lands.

Learn more about the O2 Ranch in the Generations of Stewardship report at the link below 👇
https://lykes.pulse.ly/a8ebdouup6

For more than 125 years, stewardship has been at the heart of Lykes Bros. Inc.Today, we manage more than 610,000 acres a...
08/25/2026

For more than 125 years, stewardship has been at the heart of Lykes Bros. Inc.

Today, we manage more than 610,000 acres across Florida and Texas.

For us, stewardship is more than managing land; it is a responsibility that has guided every decision for generations. Lykes has a history rooted in protecting and preserving land, wildlife and natural resources entrusted to our care while maintaining productive working lands.

Our approach demonstrates that good stewardship and long-term profitability can go hand in hand.

Read more about our holistic approach to land and wildlife management in the Generations of Stewardship report at the link below 👇
https://lykes.pulse.ly/3p2lr7plbq

For the next few weeks, we’re proud to share some stories and highlights from Lykes Bros. Inc.’s Generations of Stewards...
08/18/2026

For the next few weeks, we’re proud to share some stories and highlights from Lykes Bros. Inc.’s Generations of Stewardship report.

Generations of Stewardship showcases the story of our Company’s values, the family’s legacy, and our collective commitment to stewardship and community.

We hope you enjoy the story and the sense of shared pride and responsibility as we continue to shepherd this tremendous asset for generations to come.

Explore Generations of Stewardship on our new website at the link below. 👇
https://lykes.pulse.ly/d3qugrfbws

Thank you to everyone who visited us at the 40th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School! Our team enjoyed connect...
08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited us at the 40th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School!

Our team enjoyed connecting with professionals from across the environmental and conservation community.

We were especially proud to have Grace Campbell, AWB®, Wildlife Biologist, and Cari Roth, J.D., Vice President of Governmental & Regulatory Affairs, representing Lykes Bros. Inc. through their participation in this year's conference.

Thank you to the Environmental Permitting Summer School organizers for another outstanding event, and to everyone who stopped by our Lykes Bros. booth to connect with our team. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and working together to support responsible land stewardship, conservation, and Florida's future.

We didn't want to miss National Day of the Cowboy…Last Saturday, July 25th was the National Day of the Cowboy. Even thou...
07/31/2026

We didn't want to miss National Day of the Cowboy…

Last Saturday, July 25th was the National Day of the Cowboy. Even though the calendar may have gotten ahead of us, our appreciation for the hardworking cowboys who carry on our century-long traditions never wavers.

Their dedication, resilience and commitment to land stewardship are deeply appreciated at Lykes Bros. Inc.

Thank you to all the amazing cowboys who keep this legacy alive and thriving across generations. Happy (belated) National Day of the Cowboy! 🤠

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400 N Ashley Drive Suite 2500
Tampa, FL
33602

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18134705000

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