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Grazing Statistical Summary - 2022

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ALL REGIONSNATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM - ALL REGIONS*Total NFS Authorized includes NFS Authorized Commercial Livestock + NFS Authorized Livestock Use Permitted Commercial LivestockAuthorized Commercial LivestockAuthorized Livestock UseTotal Authorized*Un-Authorized Excess UsePrivate LandsNumber of Permittees 5,2605,4011315,53274292Cattle Number 1,214,879 1,234,2053,9071,238,1124,…
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Chief visits Dakota Prairie Grasslands

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From left, Chief Tom Schultz, Region 1 Acting Regional Forester Kristin Bail, Range Management Supervisor Alex Mergen and Grazing Association member Wes Obrigewitch share their thoughts on the importance of grazing. (USDA Forest Service photo by Bethany Ihle) This summer, the Dakota Prairie Grasslands…
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Silvopasture: An Agroforestry Practice

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This Agroforestry Note, a revision of a 1997 publication, integrates new science and best practices for silvopasture—a type of agroforestry system in which trees and shrubs are intentionally integrated with forages and livestock on the same unit of land. The information in this publication can support natural resource professionals working with farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners in silvopasture systems to help them achieve multiple ecological, social, and production benefits.

#Agroforestry, #Science, #Farming, #Grazing

Silvopasture in Vineyards 

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This Agroforestry Note provides technical assistance information for implementing silvopasture—the practice of managing desired woody perennials, forages, and livestock on the same unit of land—in vineyard systems. The information focuses on considerations for planning and design (including infrastructure and selection of livestock and forage), successful establishment and management, and the benefits and challenges of such a silvopasture system.

#Agroforestry, #Farming, #Grazing

Working for the American People

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This factsheet highlights recent Forest Service accomplishments to include wildfire risk reduction, healthy forests, and contributions to America's food supply. Thousands of Forest Service jobs support our mission of caring for the land and serving people.

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Policy Report: June 13, 2022

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Welcome to the Forest Service Policy Report! Our goal is to provide weekly updates on agency policy actions, including directives and regulations. RECENTLY ISSUED DIRECTIVES The following new directives were published during the period of 06/06/2022 to 06/10/2022. Forest Service Manual 6400…
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