Loamy Breaks
Scenario model
Current ecosystem state
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Management practices/drivers
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Transition T1A
Absence of disturbance and natural regeneration over time, may be coupled with excessive grazing pressure
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Restoration pathway R2A
Adequate rest from defoliation, followed by reintroduction of historic disturbance regimes
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Transition T2A
Absence of disturbance and natural regeneration over time, may be coupled with excessive grazing pressure
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Restoration pathway R3A
Removal of woody canopy and adequate rest from defoliation
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No transition or restoration pathway between the selected states has been described
Target ecosystem state
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Description
This is the reference or diagnostic community for the site. The description is based on early range site descriptions, clipping data, professional consensus of experienced range specialists, and analysis of field work.
Submodel
Mechanism
Without periodic fire or brush management, the site may transition to State 2. Grazing management is also an important factor in fuel management for prescribed fire.
Mechanism
Through a program of prescribed fire, prescribed grazing, and possibly alternative brush management, the site may be restored to state 1.
Mechanism
Invasive woody species can dominate the site in short amounts of time. This causes a transition to state 3.
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