Land Training Blog

In a recent  Texas Supreme Court  ruling, the ownership of  produced water—a byproduct of oil and gas extraction—was put to the test. The case, Cactus Water Services, LLC v. COG Operating, LLC, addressed a dispute between  COG Operating  and  Cactus Water Services  over 52 million barrels of produced water from the Collier family’s 37,000-acre lease in  Reeves County, Texas, within […]

A Key Skill for Landmen, Division Order Analysts, and Lease & Title Analysts When an oil and gas lease is signed, the lease typically includes a royalty fraction that represents the landowner’s share of the revenue from the oil or gas extracted. This fraction is typically written as a decimal, such as 1/8 or 1/6, which represents the […]

Earlier this month, we broke down the key components of an oil and gas lease—from the Granting Clause to the Shut-In Royalty Clause—highlighting how these terms impact lease length, payments, pooling rights, and more. 🧠 Ready for a Challenge? Put your knowledge to the test! Click below to take our Oil & Gas Lease Quiz — […]

Whether you’re reviewing a lease for the first time or have years of experience in the field, it’s always worthwhile to revisit the foundational language that shapes oil and gas agreements. Each clause in an oil and gas lease serves a specific legal and operational function — from outlining the term of the lease to […]

Now is the perfect time to start your journey toward a Land Certificate! With our modules starting over from the beginning, this is a rare opportunity to take the courses sequentially from Module 1 through Module 6—setting you on the fast track to earning your certificate by the end of October! This includes the Professional Land […]

As the new year begins, it’s time to reflect, reset, and refocus. Many of us set resolutions—whether it’s advancing our careers, mastering new skills, or pursuing personal growth. But how often do we create actionable plans to make those resolutions a reality? If professional development is on your list this year, one of our certificate programs offered […]

Have you seen the first episode of Landman yet? Picture this from the opening scene: Billy Bob Thornton is “negotiating” a surface lease with a drug cartel. He’s in an empty warehouse in the middle of nowhere, tied to a chair, hooded, and awaiting for “El Hombre.” Hilarious! It’s got the gritty vibe of Breaking Bad, with […]

This month, I’m excited to celebrate and recognize the incredible achievements within our Midland College family. Specifically, I want to honor the dedicated individuals who successfully completed one of our six-month, online certificate programs during the spring and summer of 2024. As working professionals, we all know how challenging it can be to juggle job […]

Paramount’s New Show Shines a Spotlight on Our Industry Grab some popcorn, kick back, and dive into the wild world of “The Landman,” premiering Nov. 16th on Paramount. It may be more fiction than fact, but it’s sure to add a spark of appreciation for the type of work we do. Now, fair warning: this […]