Natural Resources
Conservation Service
Sandy Loam Upland 6-10"
Scenario model
Current ecosystem state
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Management practices/drivers
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Submodel
Description
This phase is characterized by an established community of invasive annuals.
Submodel
Description
This state exhibits evidence of degradation such as excessive bare ground.
Submodel
Mechanism
Season-long grazing providing little rest and recovery for preferred grazed plants during critical growing periods, coupled with high utilization.
Mechanism
Season-long grazing providing little rest and recovery for preferred grazed plants during critical growing periods, coupled with high utilization.
Mechanism
Season-long grazing providing little rest and recovery for preferred grazed plants during critical growing periods, coupled with high utilization. Establishment of invasive annuals.
Mechanism
Prescribed grazing, seeding
Relevant conservation practices
| Practice | External resources |
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Range Planting |
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Prescribed Grazing |
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