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Future Ecologies

FE5.8 - Home on the Rangelands: The Beef and the Butterflies (Part 2)

Mar 18, 2024
Exploring the impact of grazing on landscapes and rare species, balancing conservation with sustainable grazing; unique ecosystem of 'the plug' in California attracting rare plant species; intricate balance between endangered butterfly, native plant habitat, and threats posed by cattle grazing; challenges of managing cattle grazing to prevent negative impacts on ecosystems.
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  • Proper management of cattle grazing can positively impact ecosystems if monitored and adjusted accordingly.
  • Cows are utilized to prevent grass overgrowth caused by nitrogen deposition, illustrating the intricate relationship between agriculture and environmental effects.

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Management Approaches to Cattle Grazing

Good management can mitigate negative impacts of cattle grazing, allowing for benefits to ecosystems if monitored and adapted. Grazing impacts depend on management and context, emphasizing the importance of site-specific approaches.

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