Rangeland Drought Management for Texans: Stocking Rate and Grazing Management
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- December 7, 2021
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Overview
This publication explains how stocking rates and grazing management decisions can help a ranch survive a drought. To deal with drought, a rancher must monitor forage supply and demand; use a conservative stocking rate and keep it flexible; and manage grazing before, during, and after the drought. (3 pages)
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