What Yellowstone’s bison reveal about the power of the mob
A recent study of the last migratory herd of bison in North America showed that bison are not compelled to surf the green wave. Bison, which are aggregate grazers, create
What landowners need to know about the new ‘America’s Conservation Enhancement’ (ACE) Act
The ACE Act advances several provisions that recognize and address the challenges of ranching with wildlife. Certain elements of this legislation will support western landowners and federal land grazing permittees
Resources for landowners battling fire and drought
As fire season continues and drought lingers across the West, we are hopeful in the promise of cool fall days, much needed moisture and winter preparations. Many of our members,
How to increase soil health & productivity in two years
We’ve all heard about how cover crops can improve soil health and productivity. But, how does that translate in New Mexico? Ask Rajan Ghimire, a soils researcher at New Mexico
Querencia — Let the land bless you
There is a special word for love of the land in Spanish: “querencia”. It comes from the Spanish word “querer”—to care for or love. This is an important ideal and
How to create ranch job descriptions that encourage female applicants
Many traditional position descriptions for ranch jobs consciously or unconsciously discourage women from applying. If you're hiring, use these tips to get the biggest possible pool of qualified applicants.
Beginner’s guide to pasture, rangeland and forage insurance
What is Pasture, Rangeland and Forage (PRF) insurance, and why does it exist? Federal support for row crop producers has existed in multiple forms since the 1930s. It was not until
Rangeland monitoring – why to monitor and resources to get you started
The value of monitoring land attributes are generally known among land stewards. The greatest value is in gaining an understanding of the soils, plants and animals you manage, documenting that