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Doing What Works: Sloppy Science is Damaging Rangelands and Wildlife
What's Missing is a Complex Functioning Whole
Gill, Chris. 2009. "Doing What Works: Sloppy Science is Damaging Rangelands and Wildlife. What’s Missing is a Complex Functioning Whole" Range Magazine, Fall, 48-50.

Key Takeaways

  • Livestock numbers have increased by 400%;
  • Amount of forage taken has tripled; and
  • Substantial increase in profitability.

Summary

Article on Holistic Management by US ranch owner who has used the approach on his property. Explains why some scientists mistakenly rejected approach. Circle Ranch is a 10,000-hectare property in West Texas, USA. The owner Chris Gill introduced holistic management techniques under guidance from Allan Savory.

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