Rangeland
University of Missouri researchers are studying how virtual fencing can improve grazing efficiency, reduce labor and help farmers turn cover crops and row-crop acres into additional opportunities for cattle production.
Leading Through Legacy: How Oregon Rancher Linda Bentz Blends Heritage, Family and Range Stewardship
From restoring 10,000 feet of riverbanks to transitioning leadership to her five children, Linda Bentz exemplifies stewardship across Oregon’s rangelands.
With the national cattle herd at historic lows, the agency targets dormant federal allotments and expands working grassland enrollment past 40% of all CRP acres.
Documenting pasture moves does more than preserve historical records — it unlocks hidden forage potential, takes the emotion out of culling decisions, and proves stewardship to downstream buyers.
Iowa State research shows seeding winter-hardy cover crops into summer annuals after the first August cut can add weeks of high-protein pasture — slashing expensive stored hay costs.
After $2.5 million in state spending and years of non-lethal experiments, California ranchers say the wolf issue is no longer about money but about fear, loss of control and the right to protect their herds.
Fourth-generation North Dakota rancher Shane Maddock shares how short grazing bouts, cropland water infrastructure and compost teas are restoring pasture productivity.
Extended heat and low rainfall turn farm ponds into concentrated mineral brews. Here is how to evaluate water safety before intake and gains crash.
In celebration of the 2026 International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, NatGLC explores how Indigenous knowledge can build resilience across America’s rangelands.
We can’t control when it rains on Colorado’s Eastern Plains, but pairing a disciplined drought plan with virtual fencing has allowed us to double our pasture rest and protect our grass.
From brush control to preserving legumes with new chemistries, Corteva specialist Rachel Walker shares practical steps to maximize forage under hoof.
By blending environmental science with time-honored ranching traditions, this Smith Valley producer is proving that regenerative agriculture is the path forward.
Sen. Mike Rounds and Amy Klobuchar introduce voluntary grassland program to support up to 4 million beef cows, lower beef costs and boost rural conservation.
By partnering with neighbors and public agencies, Jay and Chyenne Smith leveraged Vence virtual fencing to protect their permits, reduce labor, and revolutionize their range management near Salmon, Idaho.
From high-tech robotic feeding systems to intensive rotational grazing, these seven family run operations are proving that sustainability and profitability go hand in hand.
Extending your grazing season doesn’t start in the fall — it starts in the spring. Learn how to protect your profit margins by keeping cattle on pasture longer.
As pastures dry up, Extension specialists say water supply and quality deserve the same planning as feed.
Early-weaning reduces herd forage needs and opens new marketing opportunities. Learn how to manage calf health and nutrition in hot weather.
As extreme drought fuels a fire that has jumped rivers and state lines, ranch families and volunteer fire crews are directing the flames away from ranches the best they can.
CEO Colin Woodall breaks down the priorities producers set for the association heading into fall.
Texas A&M veterinarian Kevin Washburn explains why a lush pasture doesn’t always equal a balanced diet and how producers can bridge nutritional gaps.
For generations, Texas cattle raisers have balanced livestock production with wildlife conservation, but many warn that federal overreach is creating a “disincentive” for good stewardship.
From early weaning to strategic destocking, learn how to calculate your ranch’s true carrying capacity and protect your long-term genetics.
Foot quality and soundness are top of mind as producers evaluate their cattle year-round, starting with genetic selection, managing environmental and nutrition factors and culling the cattle that do not make the cut.
From culling strategy to water quality to federal disaster programs, a step-by-step guide for cattle producers navigating dry conditions.
New tools like GroundOwl offer more than just carbon payments — they provide the deep-layer insights needed to optimize grazing and land resilience.