These training resources are designed to aid in learning about or instructing others on the management and improvement of soil health on rangeland, which can lead to increased organic matter, diverse soil organisms, reduced compaction, and improved nutrient storage and cycling.
In-person Training Materials
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.
Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff (SHAFS-3.0) in-person training
This is an introductory soil health course designed for those with limited or no previous soil health experience or exposure.
Rangeland Webinars
Alternative Stewardship Strategies for Winter Feeding
Consumer Benefits of Grass-fed Beef
Effective Use of Electric Fencing to Improve Grazing Management and Enhance Soil Health
Livestock 101: Poultry
Livestock 101: What Every Conservation Professional Needs to Know About Livestock Production
Multi-Species Grazing for Sustainable Farming
Native Vegetation Investments Pay Conservation Dividends
Rotational Intensification and Diversification
Soil Health and Production Benefits of Mob Grazing
Using Adaptive Grazing to Improve Soil Health in Grazing Ecosystems
Wildland Fires & Deficit Farm Soil Organic Matter (OM)
Woodland Owner Lunch and Learn - Managing Your Woodlands with Prescribed Fire
Working with Producers to Apply Intensive Grazing Management
Training Videos
Soil Health and Sustainability for Field Staff
This is an introductory soil health course designed for those with limited or no previous soil health experience or exposure. Attendees will learn the basics of soil ecology as it relates to soil health, as well as the principles of making successful soil health management systems (SHMS). Students will also learn about the resource concerns that can be addressed by SHMS and create a mock soil health management plan. Additional topics include the social and economic aspects of managing agricultural operations for soil health.