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Rangeland Soil Health in-person training

This training course serves to expand the knowledge and application of soil health practices and soil health management systems in response to exacerbating effects of drought, wildfire, reduced soil moisture, and other factors as integral parts of the conservation planning process on rangelands. 

Course Description

Current science on soil health metrics, soil health principles, use and management principles to enhance soil health, and key conservation practice design and implementation considerations will be covered. All content is designed to convey knowledge, confidence and expertise to participants. 

Instructor Guide and Agendas

Soil Health Training Courses – Rangeland 1.2

Module 1 - Introduction to Rangeland Soil Health

Module 2 - Soil Biology

Module 3 - Rangeland Soil Health Resource Concerns

Module 4 - Introduction to Rangeland In-Field Soil Health Assessment (RIFSHA)

Module 5 - Tools Needed to Complete a Rangeland In-Field Soil Health Assessment

Module 6 - Identify Soil Characteristics and Soil Map Unit Components

Module 7 - Identify the Ecological Site

Module 8 - Identify RIFSHA Indicators

Module 9 - RIFSHA - Facilitated Small Groups Complete the RIFSHA

Module 10 - Managing Disturbances for Soil Health on Rangeland

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Additional Information

In-person Soil Health Training Resources

Trainings for beginning and intermediate level learners for soil health management on several land use types. 

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