Posted on Jun 1, 2022
Ranching for the birds as development in the West threatens wildlife habitats
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Open space in the West is at a premium, as development continues at breakneck speeds. One of the casualties is wildlife habitats. But a conservation project is partnering with ranchers to protect birds and promote sustainable agriculture.
Ranching for the birds as development in the West threatens wildlife habitats
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
"How did cattle ranching affect the quality of the land?
As more and more ranchers grazed their animals on the open range, the quality of the land became degrade d. Cattle are not native to the Americas, and had to compete with native grazing animals, such as bison, for forage. Grasses did not have time to grow on the open range, especially in winter."
"How did cattle ranching affect the quality of the land?
As more and more ranchers grazed their animals on the open range, the quality of the land became degrade d. Cattle are not native to the Americas, and had to compete with native grazing animals, such as bison, for forage. Grasses did not have time to grow on the open range, especially in winter."
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