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California's grasslands are incredibly diverse and home to many species of birds, mammals, insects, and reptiles. More than 300 varieties of native grasses are found statewide, in environments ranging from wet to dry, coast to mountain, desert to forest.
Integrated Pest Management for Home Gardeners and Landscape Professionals Wild pigs are not native to North America and were first introduced in California in 1769 by the Spanish missionaries at Mission San Juan Bautista.
Range livestock grazing is Californias most extensive agricultural land use. This publication provides the manager with photo aids for identification of the major pasture species and summarizes current information about their characteristics and management.
The UC Cooperative Extension Livestock and Natural program addresses natural resources issues in Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Bay Area open spaces, both privately and publicly owned, are largely used for livestock grazing.
Fact Sheet: Sharing Open Space: What to Expect from Grazing Livestock Compatibility of Livestock Grazing and Recreational Use on Coastal California Public Lands: Importance, Interactions, and Management Solutions While the primary use of rangelands for over a century has been livestock grazing to pr...
Fact Sheet: Bay Area Ranching Heritage: A continuing legacy There is increased interest and effort among some California ranchers to offer a value-added, ranch-raised grass fed product. The goal is to sell the beef product for a higher price and improve ranch profitability.
