Limy Upland 12-16" p.z.
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Current ecosystem state
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Management practices/drivers
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Mechanism
Rootplow, introduction of a seed source, or direct seeding of
Lehmann / Boer lovegrass or natives like sideoats grama. Plow may
alter soil horizons by breaking cemented layers. Prescribed Grazing /No Grazing
Mechanism
Herbicide treatment to control creosote bush, tarbush
and whitethorn acacia. All shrubs and forbs (dicots) are
removed from the plant community. Perennial, non-native and native, grasses
colonize areas without shrub competition. Prescribed Grazing/No Grazing
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