Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Range planting is the establishment of grass and legumes to reduce soil erosion and improve production. This practice applies to rangeland, native or naturalized pasture, grazed forest, or other suitable land areas where the principal method of vegetation management is grazing. This video explores how Eric Jennings implemented this conservation practice on his ranch in Spearfish, South Dakota.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Reduces soil erosion
• Improves water quality
• Increases plant diversity
• Improves soil health
• Enhances wildlife habitat
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
Range planting is the establishment of grass and legumes to reduce soil erosion and improve production. This practice applies to rangeland, native or naturalized pasture, grazed forest, or other suitable land areas where the principal method of vegetation management is grazing. This video explores how Eric Jennings implemented this conservation practice on his ranch in Spearfish, South Dakota.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Reduces soil erosion
• Improves water quality
• Increases plant diversity
• Improves soil health
• Enhances wildlife habitat
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
