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- Ecological Sites
- Written by Brad Schultz, Extension Educator, Winnemucca, NevadaCurrently, the most widely accepted classification system for rangelands is the Ecological Site...
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- What Is a Riparian Area?
- Written by Mindy Pratt, Utah State UniversityThe term “riparian” is defined as vegetation, habitats, or ecosystems that are associated with bodies of water (streams...
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- Rangeland Grazing Management Guidelines
- Written by Rachel Frost and Jeff Mosley, Montana State UniversityLivestock grazing is one of the most widespread and important uses of rangelands. Renewable plant...
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- Plants Poisonous to Livestock on Western Rangelands
- Written by Mindy Pratt, Utah State University ExtensionPoisonous plants are a major cause of economic loss to the livestock industry. Each year poisonous plants...
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- Economics of Drought Management in Livestock
- Drought affects ranches directly in terms of the amount of forage produced and water availability for livestock. Lost forage production is the most critical aspect...
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