Range management : principles and practices

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Author:

Holechek, Jerry.

ISBN:

9780135014165

Personal Author:

Holechek, Jerry.

Edition:

6th ed.

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

xii, 444 pages : illustrations, maps ; 28 cm

Contents:

Rangeland and man -- Range management history -- Rangeland physical characteristics -- Description of rangeland types -- Range plant physiology -- Range ecology -- Range inventory and monitoring -- Considerations concerning stocking rate -- Selection of grazing methods -- Methods of improving livestock distribution -- Range animal nutrition -- Range management for multiple use -- Range livestock production -- Range wildlife management -- Manipulation of range vegetation -- Range management in developing countries -- Rangeland economics -- Range management planning, computers, and the future.

Abstract:

Range Management, sixth edition, is the most complete, current, and well-balanced range management text available. Highly illustrated and utilizing the most current research, this edition continues upon the accolades of the past, providing solid and detailed coverage of current and historical rangeland practices. In addition, Range Management expounds upon such diverse topics such as rangeland climatology, rangeland soils, range plant physiology, range ecology, including commentary on grazing management, range improvements, and multiple use concepts. This introduction to the science of range management couples the latest concepts and technology with proven traditional approaches.--COVER.

Subject Term:

Range management.

Range management -- United States.

Added Author:

Pieper, Rex D.

Herbel, Carlton H., 1927-

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RANGE MANAGEMENT: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES, 6/e is an up-to-date, easy-to-read text bringing together the key principles and practices of contemporary range management, presenting them in logical sequence as concisely and efficiently as possible. The authors introduce the fundamentals of range management using current and relevant scientific studies and practical examples, and illustrating key concepts with pictures, figures, and tables. Grazing management is emphasized, and several other aspects of range management are given comprehensive coverage. In particular, this edition has been updated with comprehensive information on highly relevant issues such as range animal behavior, economics, energy, and multiple use environments.