Silage That is Much Better Than My Car's Mileage
Guest post by Clemson student Lauren Lusk Going into this unit, I had no idea what to expect outside of our class sessions surrounding this area. However, it is so much more than this linear idea I held. Instead, it is a dynamic story that intertwines societal expectations, wildlife conservation, farming, nutrition, and the health of thousands of animals. Throughout this unit, we observed this intricate tale through food lots, cow-calf operations, and exclusion plots, where we identified many species. The answer to our central question is, what are we trying to sustain? For this unit, it is sustainable agriculture while maintaining an ecological balance between the biodiversity of our ecosystems and ranchers. Sustainability in Montana and presumably the rest of the West means producing food to support the communities of wildlife, plants, and humans for the future to enjoy and utilize. Where to begin with Yellowstone Cattle Feeders? Well, let me go over the basics: the facility can hold...
