Bozeman, Mnt., November 13, 2024– Last summer, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana went around the entire state to capture success stories between field office staff and landowners, producers, …
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Collaboration between Montana State and Smithsonian Elevates Prairie and Grassland Research
by Andy SchwabWhile it’s known for its museums in Washington, D.C., the Smithsonian Institution also comprises dozens of research and education bodies around the world. And through a unique collaboration with one …
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UW Researchers Study Harmful Impacts of Wild Horse Over-Populations on Sage Grouse
by Brett McRaeWhen wild horse populations are allowed to grow beyond numbers set by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), sage grouse numbers suffer, according to newly published research led by University of …
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Public Lands Council announced their strong support for the ESA Amendments Act of 2024, introduced by Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA) and Rep. Bruce Westerman …
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Representative John Curtis has introduced the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act, aimed at providing ranchers nationwide with greater flexibility in managing lands crucial for livestock feed. This legislation builds …
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Timing of Pasture Turnout Critical for Optimal Forage Production
by Colter BrownRanchers depend on grass as a primary source of forage, whether it be rangeland, pasture or hay. While they carefully select species to plant as cover crops or plan a …
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UW Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management Program Prepares Undergrads for Success
by Brett McRaeWyoming is a rangeland state, known for its vast expanses of public lands and rich agricultural history. It’s no surprise that the state’s only four-year university is home to one …
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BOZEMAN – Registration is now open for the three-day 406 Grazing Academy, an annual workshop aimed at ranchers seeking to hone their grazing management skills and learn new strategies. This …
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WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Land Management announced a $41 million investment through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda for ecosystem restoration. This funding will support 74 projects in 16 states, …
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UW’s Beck Publishes Rangeland Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Book
by Andy SchwabLaramie, Wyo.—Jeff Beck, a professor in the University of Wyoming Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, is an editor and co-author of the new open-access book Rangeland Wildlife Ecology and …