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Ranch resources

A small, useful library of public references for understanding your pastures, livestock, and land.

App references appear in Vaquero’s reference library. Further reading offers broader educational context. Listings are independent resources, not endorsements of Vaquero.

Grazing & forage · App reference

Stocking Rate: The Key to Successful Livestock Production

Oklahoma State University Extension

Background on stocking rate, forage demand, and keeping records of forage production. Useful when reviewing grazing plans and learning the terminology.

Link reviewed · External website

Grassland stewardship · Further reading

Reading the Landscape to Sustainably Manage Livestock and Wildlife

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

An introduction to considering rainfall, forage, and range condition together. Useful for connecting pasture observations with broader land-management questions.

Link reviewed · External website

Soils & land · App reference

Web Soil Survey

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

Public soil information for exploring the land beneath your pastures. Use it as planning context alongside local knowledge and field observations.

Link reviewed · External website

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