University of Idaho Rangeland Center

University of Idaho Rangeland Center "Science and Solutions for the Range" Input from key stakeholders and partners provides additional vision to address contemporary rangeland challenges.

After nearly a century of rangeland education, outreach and research at the University of Idaho, the Rangeland Center creates a powerful rangeland-focused collaboration among researchers, educators and practitioners from across the University and across Idaho. Researchers and educators from seven departments, three colleges, and University of Idaho Extension have come together to implement an interdisciplinary research, education and outreach program consistent with our land-grant mission.

đź“ťOur latest research summary examines balancing sage-grouse resources with livestock production in wet meadows.Wet meado...
09/21/2026

đź“ťOur latest research summary examines balancing sage-grouse resources with livestock production in wet meadows.

Wet meadows, also known as mesic meadows, are a valuable source of water, habitat, and forage for wildlife and livestock - including the greater sage-grouse. Considering these areas are also important grazing areas for livestock, it is critical to identify grazing strategies that are compatible with improving or managing this important sage-grouse habitat.

This summary is based on the Randall et al. 2022 paper in Rangeland Ecology and Management titled "Managing Forbs Preferred by Greater Sage-Grouse and Soil Moisture in Mesic Meadows with Short-Duration Grazing."

Read the full summary:https://rangelandcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/UIRC_Grazing-Wet-Meadows_summary.pdf

Join us next Tuesday from 4:30-7:30pm at the Idaho Botanical Garden in Boise for Community Conversations, an educational...
09/18/2026

Join us next Tuesday from 4:30-7:30pm at the Idaho Botanical Garden in Boise for Community Conversations, an educational gathering focused on protecting our homes and communities from wildfire.

Interim Director Eric Winford will be among the speakers, a list that includes local, state, and federal partners, as well as range animal and soil experts, land managers, and local enforcement.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to tour the Idaho Firewise Garden and connect with rangeland, fire, and horticulture experts to learn practical ways to create more fire-resilient landscapes.

Register here: https://47709.blackbaudhosting.com/47709/Community-Conversations

09/15/2026

Looking back on a great Rangeland Fall Forum.

A big thank you to our co-hosts, the University of Idaho McClure Center, and all of the fantastic panelists and speakers who shared their time and expertise with us.

Over the course of two days we explored the topic of post-fire recovery in rangelands from a variety of angles, from science to policy and beyond. Some key themes that emerged from the event were the importance of building and maintaining relationships, storytelling, and inviting diverse and flexible thinking into our approaches.

We’re already looking forward to next year!

🔥That’s a wrap on the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum!Day 2 was filled with interesting field site stops and learning about al...
09/12/2026

🔥That’s a wrap on the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum!

Day 2 was filled with interesting field site stops and learning about all of the cool research happening at Rinker Rock Creek Ranch

Thanks to everyone who joined us, we’re already looking forward to next year!

🔥Wrapping up a great first day of the Rangeland Fall Forum!We dove into a wide range of post-fire topics and heard from ...
09/12/2026

🔥Wrapping up a great first day of the Rangeland Fall Forum!

We dove into a wide range of post-fire topics and heard from many great speakers and engaged attendees. Some themes that emerged from the day were the importance of building relationships, communication within and across groups, flexibility, and so much more. We ended the day with a tour and social hour at the Orton Botanical Gardens.

Thanks to everyone for a good day; the momentum continues with a field tour at Rinker Rock Creek Ranch tomorrow.

🎉UI Nancy M Cummings Research, Extension and Education Center celebrates 25 years!The public is invited to attend a 25th...
09/08/2026

🎉UI Nancy M Cummings Research, Extension and Education Center celebrates 25 years!

The public is invited to attend a 25th anniversary celebration of NMCREEC on September 15th. The celebration will include a free lunch, research posters, featured speakers, and tours of the scenic facility.

U of I scientists have conducted cattle research at NMCREEC since 2001, when Sherry and Ron Auen began giving land to the university through their foundation. NMCREEC now encompasses 1,100 acres, including 850 acres of irrigated land, and supports 340 cow-calf pairs, 125 replacement heifers, and 12 bulls, while providing the facilities needed for forage, nutrition, feed-efficiency, reproductive and cattle-management research.

NMCREEC is an important part of the Rangeland Center's work. Center members from the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the College of Natural Resources work together, recognizing that livestock production, rangeland health, wildfire and public-land management are interconnected challenges across the West.

We hope to see you there next Tuesday! https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/events/celebrations

đź“°Find our September newsletter in your inbox now!In this edition:- Rangeland Fall Forum registration ends today!!- Regis...
09/04/2026

đź“°Find our September newsletter in your inbox now!

In this edition:
- Rangeland Fall Forum registration ends today!!
- Register for Lost Rivers Grazing Academy by Sept. 7th
- Stocking Rate Workshop recap
- New research summary published
& much more!

Subscribe to the newsletter on our website: rangelandcenter.org

⏰Registration for the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum ends September 4th!Wildfires are reshaping Idaho’s rangelands and raisin...
08/31/2026

⏰Registration for the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum ends September 4th!

Wildfires are reshaping Idaho’s rangelands and raising urgent questions about recovery, adaptation and restoration. Experts, land managers and others will explore those questions during the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum: After the Smoke, presented by the Rangeland Center and the McClure Center for Public Policy Research, on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 11-12, in the Magic Valley.

Last year's event (pictured here) was filled with great learning, networking, and discussion. Register now to join us for this year's edition! The Fall Forum is open to anyone interested in rangelands, including operators, managers, businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, community members, journalists, and students.

Register here: https://marketplace.uidaho.edu/C20272_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=65&SINGLESTORE=true

🔥 Register now for the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum!Fire activity is increasing on Idaho’s rangelands, leading to questions...
08/24/2026

🔥 Register now for the 2026 Rangeland Fall Forum!

Fire activity is increasing on Idaho’s rangelands, leading to questions, conversations, and ideas about recovery, adaptation, and restoration. This year’s Fall Forum will explore examples of successful post-fire practices and delve into tools available to rangeland managers, users, and policymakers when navigating this shifting fire regime.

The forum will focus on real-world examples and practical lessons from post-fire recovery efforts in the Magic Valley. Join us September 11th at the College of Southern Idaho and September 12th at Rinker Rock Creek Ranch.

Swipe for agenda and visit our website to register (link in bio).

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