Tag: science
Harnessing Technology Improves Conservation Effectiveness
March 20, 2018
Innovative Web App increases conservation effectiveness on working lands in the American West by matching the right practices to the right places using emerging science and technology.
30 Videos Now Available on Science & Management in Sagebrush Country
February 15, 2018
View free, on-demand replays on YouTube of educational presentations about the science and management of sagebrush rangelands!
FAIR CHASE Magazine | The Value of Sagebrush Country
December 8, 2017
by Josh Millspaugh | This feature in the December 2017 issue of Fair Chase Magazine highlights how sage grouse conservation benefits hunters and a host of wildlife species.
Introducing The New “Link Share” Option For The SGI Web App
November 29, 2017
New functionality on the SGI Web App helps share natural resource data far and wide, bolstering conservation outcomes across the American West
Taking the Bias Out of Sage Grouse Nesting Studies
November 27, 2017
This new Science to Solutions shows that grass height may not be as crucial to nesting success as previously thought, since hatched nests are measured later than failed nests.
New Science: When Trees Are Cut, Grasses & Shrubs Return
November 14, 2017
Research shows that conifers decrease the native sagebrush grasses and shrubs that wildlife and livestock rely on, and confirms that forage comes back when trees are removed.
Journal Of Wildlife Management Study: Grazing Shows Little Effect On Grouse Nesting
October 31, 2017
by David Frey, for The Wildlife Society | A study in Montana found livestock grazing management doesn’t have as strong a link with sage grouse nest success as previously thought.
BEEF Magazine | Rest-Rotation Grazing Helps Sage Grouse Survival
October 16, 2017
Pastures that use Sage Grouse Initiative rest-rotation grazing programs produce plentiful bugs, which is a good deal for cattle and sage grouse alike.
Job Announcement: Private Lands Wildlife Biologist in Wyoming
October 11, 2017
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is seeking a Private Lands Wildlife Biologist who will work with partners (including SGI), wildlife biologists and individual landowners to implement habitat enhancement and restoration efforts in sagebrush-steppe communities.
SGI Presents At Symposium On Farm Bill Conservation Programs
September 20, 2017
On September 27th, Sage Grouse Initiative and Working Lands For Wildlife team members will present on how Farm Bill conservation programs deliver benefits for wildlife at The Wildlife Society’s 24th Annual Conference.