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Title: An introduction to using ecological site descriptions as a management tool

Author
item JOHNSON, DUSTIN - Oregon State University
item Davies, Kirk

Submitted to: Cattlemen Producer's Library
Publication Type: Book / Chapter
Publication Acceptance Date: 7/26/2012
Publication Date: 8/15/2012
Citation: Johnson, D.D., Davies, K.W. 2012. An introduction to using ecological site descriptions as a management tool. CL598. In: Adams, J.R., editor. Cattle Producers Handbook. 3rd Edition. Moscow, ID: Cattlemen Producer's Library. p.1-4.

Interpretive Summary: Ecological site descriptions are a useful tool for classifying rangeland; however, many land managers and livestock producers do not understand how to incorporate this information into land management. This document is an introduction to using ecological site descriptions as a management tool. We describe the concept of ecological sites, demonstrate their use in land management, and detail how to access and use their associated information.

Technical Abstract: Ecological site descriptions are a useful tool for classifying rangeland; however, many land managers and livestock producers do not understand how to incorporate this information into land management. This document is an introduction to using ecological site descriptions as a management tool. We describe the concept of ecological sites, demonstrate their use in land management, and detail how to access and use their associated information.