Picture of two grazing cells side-by-side. The left is ungrazed and is very diverse with clover and grass and wildflowers. The grazed portion is grazed close to the ground.

Grazing Plan Writing

Grazing plans have always included conservation elements, so what distinguishes ‘conservation grazing’ resources compiled here from grazing resources? The difference is merely a greater emphasis on integrating conservation outcomes into the grazing plan. We strive with this site to augment available grazing plan writing resources with detailed support and guidance specifically for the wildlife conservation elements. As such, here are resources for writing conservation grazing plans: some templates, a couple sample plans, and supporting resources. These files are intended for producers themselves as well as technical service providers at Conservation Districts or NCRS Planners working with producers to develop grazing plans, and conservation land managers such as land trust personnel interesting in conservation grazing.