The Effect of Different Intensities and Times of Grazing and the Degree of Dusting upon the Vegetation of Range Land in West Central Kansas

INTRODUCTION Variations in the total environment of range land have produced vastly different results in both composition and basal ground cover of the native vegetation. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of different intensities and dates of grazing, and different degrees of dusting from adjacent cultivated fields upon the composition and cover of the native range. A need for information on grazing intensities and their effect on the vegetation has been recognized. This need for data on intensities of grazing for this part of the state is especially evident to those whose duty it is to recommend the practices for range and pasture improvement.