A Workshop on Future Directions of Usable Science for Rangeland Sustainability

Abstract

• As funding for rangeland research becomes more difficult to secure, researchers and funding organizations must ensure that the information needs of public and private land managers are met.
• Usable science that involves the intended end users throughout the scientific enterprise and gives rise to improved outcomes and informed management on the ground should be emphasized.
• The SRR workshop on Future Directions of Usable Science for Rangeland Sustainability brought together university and agency researchers, public and private land managers and producers, non-governmental organizations, and representatives of funding agencies and organizations to initiate the process of
charting a research agenda for future directions of usable science for rangeland sustainability.
• Workshop outcomes address issues and research questions for soil health, water, vegetation (plants), animals, and socio-economic aspects of rangeland sustainability.

Keywords: usable science, sustainable rangelands, soil health, water, socio-economic aspects, plants and animals.