1996 Annual Report for FW96-045
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1996: $2,500.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1998
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $4,800.00
Region: Western
State: Arizona
Principal Investigator:
Managing Biological Processes for Maximum Diversity and Productivity
Summary
Understanding how vegetative cover depends on the organic content of the soil, and learning how to increase soil organic matter, is crucial in improving desertified rangeland. This project proposes to hold classes with the help of recognized instructors to provide hands-on learning of: 1) holistic planning for biological resource management; 2) how to increase the organic content of the soil to improve its permeability and plant sustainability; and 3) improving land health while maintaining herd health and production, and realizing a profit.