An Ecological and Grazing Capacity Study of the Native Grass Pastures in Southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover how native grass pastures in the prairie provinces are measured, classified, and managed for long-term grazing potential.

This non-fiction bulletin lays out a comprehensive study of grasslands in southern Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. It explains the methods used to identify vegetation, estimate carrying capacity, and translate forage growth into animal production, all with an eye toward practical pasture management.

• Three major grassland types are analyzed: short-grass prairie, mixed prairie, and submontane mixed prairie.


• The point-yield method is used to estimate carrying capacity and to tie plant cover to forage production.


• How grazing intensity, forage availability, and carryover affect beef gains and pasture health is explored.


• Practical steps show how to sample vegetation, calculate yields, and apply results to grazing plans.

Ideal for ranchers, range managers, and students of pasture science seeking a clear, data-driven view of native grasslands and their productive limits.

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