Rangeland Conservation and Management

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Pigs: Home on the Range?

Changing consumer preferences and values are creating opportunities for niche meat producers. One of these opportunities is pasture-based pork production. The purpose of this article is to help potential producers understand the ...

Susan Kerr | May 2015 | Article

Spatial and Temporal Changes of Sage Grouse Habitat in the Sagebrush Biome

This paper describes the spatial diversity of sage grouse range, short- and long-term dynamics and disturbance regimes across this ecosystem, and potential management implications related to sage grouse habitat.

Apr 2000 | OSU Extension Catalog

Biology, Ecology, and Management of Western Juniper (Juniperus occidentalis)

This publication represents a synthesis of what is known about the history, biology, ecology and management of western juniper. This species occupies 9 million acres in central and eastern Oregon, northeastern California, southwestern...

Jun 2005 | OSU Extension Catalog

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Building resilience through engagement: Brenda and Tony Richards - Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest

This publication is part of the Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study Series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest.

Jun 2020 | OSU Extension Catalog

Cattle on the Range. Thoughts and Considerations - Recorded Webinar

On April 28, 2020 the webinar “Cattle on the Range. Thoughts and Considerations” was presented online by Juliana Ranches, David Bohnert, and Dustin Johnson. In this article you will find the links for the webinar recording:

Juliana Ranches | May 2020 | Article

The High Desert Wonders digital events series

Oregon Natural Desert Association. Starts April 14th. Sessions include: Steens Mountain: Wilderness Haven; Hart, Sheldon and the Land Between; The Wild Owyhee.

Apr 2020 | Online Resource

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Tensions lessening between rangeland fire groups and government agencies

A study led by Oregon State University finds that tensions between Rangeland Fire Protection Associations and government agencies have lessened– rapidly in Idaho and gradually in Oregon.

Chris Branam | Oct 24, 2019 | News Story

Paying communities for forest management activities supports social relationships

New research shows that paying communities in Mexico to conserve and manage their jointly-owned property doesn’t just benefit the environment—it strengthens social relationships and a sense of community within those areas as well.

Chris Branam | Jun 11, 2018 | News Story

Intact sagebrush ecosystems respond well to fire

The condition of the site dictates the post-fire recovery of the affected plants

Chris Branam | Jun 1, 2017 | News Story

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