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This site focuses on research and outreach on the diverse managed ecosystems that comprise California rangelands. We study and promote management to support the multitude of services that rangelands provide to society. We believe that the application of sound science, adaptive range management, and excellent stewardship enhances water quality, soil quality, stream and floodplain function, aquatic and terrestrial habitat, native plant and wildlife species, and agricultural productivity.  We work in close partnership with several affiliated research laboratories, UC Cooperative Extension Advisors, ranchers and rangeland managers, as well as natural resources conservation, management and regulatory organizations. These partnerships are based upon mutual dedication to the sustainable management, conservation, and restoration of rangeland watersheds. We are always in pursuit of solutions that are practical for the manager to implement, and are effective at preserving rangeland resources.