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(2004-12-22)For the rangeland manager, strategic planning begins with defining the mission. Then it is important to set goals that are realistic in light of the internal and external environments in which the business operates. This ...
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(2004-12-22)The Total Resource Management approach helps ranchers make strategic, tactical and operational decisions for the best, most cost-effective use of resources. This publication offers step-by-step directions for implementing ...
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Rangeland Resource Management for Texans: Why are Goals Important for Natural Resource Management? (2002-04-29)This publication discusses the need for rangeland resource managers to set goals and then to take the correct actions to achieve those goals.
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(2005-02-17)This publication discusses the need for rangeland resource managers to set goals and then to take the correct actions to achieve those goals.
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(2000-11-01)To make correct decisions, a rangeland manager must evaluate all possible outcomes. This publication explains the concepts of risk, probability and uncertainty; illustrates the use of a risk assessment index; and describes ...
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(2000-11-01)To manage brush and weeds effectively, managers must select the right treatments and the right timing for them. They must know how to care for the land both before and after treatment. The tips in this publication can ...
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(2000-11-01)Producers who understand the common grazing management mistakes discussed in this publication will be able to analyze their operations, realistically estimate their forage resources, and make adjustments if necessary.
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(2000-11-01)Drought is a fact of life on most rangelands. This publication offers tips on reducing the risks associated with drought, such as using light to moderate stocking rates, maintaining as much carryover forage as possible, ...
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(2000-11-01)This publication focuses on ways of recognizing and correcting problems with both forage quality and forage quantity. Both are important, and both can be the reason for poor animal performance.
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(2000-11-01)The commonsense guidelines in this publication can help rangeland managers make better decisions. They include being cautious about wishful thinking, being realistic about the value of your assets, and making sure you have ...
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(2002-03-04)Both climatic and financial risks can be reduced through proper grazing management. The effects of grazing, the importance of animal numbers, and the principle of rest and graze are detailed here, along with strategies for ...
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(2002-01-11)Livestock grazing is a tool for managing economic and climatic risk. Overgrazing increases a producer's risk should drought occur or market prices decline. This publication explains the importance of leaving enough forage ...
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(2002-10-28)Grazing distribution is a major concern to livestock producers. This publication addresses uneven grazing patterns in livestock and recommends ways to overcome such behaviors.
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(2000-11-01)Some warning signs of unhealthy rangelands are pedicelled plants, bare ground, erosion, and domination of annual plants. Monitoring for such warning signs makes it possible to take corrective action before the resource is ...
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(2000-11-01)Range seeding is risky; deciding whether and how to seed can be difficult. This publication guides the manager through necessary decisions and explains how to improve one's odds of success.
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(2000-11-01)Toxic plants can cause serious losses to livestock, but with the information in this leaflet producers will know how to manage grazing to minimize the danger of toxic plants. It is important to recognize problems early and ...
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(2000-11-01)Types of risk associated with range ecosystems include climatic, biological, financial and political risks. These risks are explained so that managers can know how to handle them.
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(2002-01-11)Grazing pressure determines both animal performance and the long-term health of the rangeland. Moderate grazing ensures that rangeland is properly stocked for the amount of forage available. Knowing how to estimate grazing ...
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(2000-10-30)The productivity of rangeland is closely tied to the amount of moisture captured when it rains and the presence of desirable plant species to use that moisture. Learn where your rainfall goes, how to determine pasture ...
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(2000-10-30)It is important to monitor the health of the streams on your property. A photo guide in this publication helps you determine the stability of stream banks and spot problems that might cause erosion and other water quality ...