A NEW LOOK AT RANGE MANAGEMENT

This film highlights innovative range management techniques aimed at increasing ranch profitability in the face of rising food demand and changing economic conditions. It emphasizes the need for ranchers to adapt to new methods, moving beyond traditional practices. The video explores various strategies, including brush control through spraying, seeding rangelands for improved forage, mechanical treatments like pitting to retain water, and fertilization to boost plant growth. It also delves into crucial livestock management aspects such as efficient distribution, water development, and the strategic use of fencing for rotational and deferred grazing. The film presents a hypothetical scenario demonstrating how an investment in these practices can significantly increase grazing capacity and income, ultimately urging ranchers to analyze their operations and adopt a forward-thinking approach to range management.

Keywords: Rangeland management, livestock, farming, agriculture, ranching, brush control, seeding, pitting, fertilization, fencing, water development, rotational grazing, deferred grazing, profitability, efficiency, new era, investment, forage, carrying capacity, western range.