Publication Date
1997
Description
Crown based grazing is an integral part of the management structure of cattle operations, and is very important to the economic fabric of rural communities. Federal crown lands, such as the PFRA operated community pastures are an integral part of the resource conservation efforts in western Canada. These lands represent a significant reservoir of the remaining natural lands which are important for wildlife habitat. Sustainable management of such contiguous blocks of land is essential for the maintenance of biodiversity. Proposed endangered species legislation would require the development of recovery plans on federal lands for endangered, threatened and extirpated species. Rural communities have a significant and vested interest in endangered species legislation due to potential economic impacts. Analyses show multi-million dollar impacts, even at low levels of stocking rate reduction. Stakeholders must be involved in both the development and implementation of endangered species recovery planning.
Citation
Luciuk, G M.; Bristol, B; Weins, T W.; and Boyle, D M., "The Potential Impact of Endangered Species Legislation on Federal Grazing Lands and the Livestock Industry" (2024). IGC Proceedings (1997-2023). 10.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1997/session27/10
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The Potential Impact of Endangered Species Legislation on Federal Grazing Lands and the Livestock Industry
Crown based grazing is an integral part of the management structure of cattle operations, and is very important to the economic fabric of rural communities. Federal crown lands, such as the PFRA operated community pastures are an integral part of the resource conservation efforts in western Canada. These lands represent a significant reservoir of the remaining natural lands which are important for wildlife habitat. Sustainable management of such contiguous blocks of land is essential for the maintenance of biodiversity. Proposed endangered species legislation would require the development of recovery plans on federal lands for endangered, threatened and extirpated species. Rural communities have a significant and vested interest in endangered species legislation due to potential economic impacts. Analyses show multi-million dollar impacts, even at low levels of stocking rate reduction. Stakeholders must be involved in both the development and implementation of endangered species recovery planning.
