Farming and Ranching Resources
In the western Great Plains, private lands biologists (also called Farm Bill biologists and technical assistance providers) play a critical role in habitat conservation by matching landowners with suitable conservation programs that best fit the landowners’ personal habitat and land-use goals. Many times, these biologists are the best overall resource and a great place to start. Biologists meet with landowners one-on-one, listen to their needs and concerns, and find the best program for each situation. Find a private lands biologist and other resources in your area by selecting a state below:
Colorado
Private Lands Biologists
- Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologists in Colorado
- Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Private Lands Wildlife Biologist Program
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife Private Land Programs
- Pheasant Habitat Improvement Program
- Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Private Lands Wildlife Biologist Program
- USDA Service Centers in Colorado
- Colorado Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program
- Conservation Easements
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
- Colorado Natural Resources Conservation Service Programs
- US Dept. of Agriculture – Agricultural Research Service
Invasive Plants and Trees
- Colorado Noxious Weed Management Program
- Colorado Weed Management Association
- Colorado County Weed Programs
Prescribed Burning
- US Dept. of Agriculture – Agricultural Research Service
- Sunup TV – Oklahoma State University Division of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources
Kansas
Private Lands Biologists
- Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologists in Kansas
- Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism District Wildlife Biologists
- Ducks Unlimited Regional Biologists
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
Invasive Plants and Trees
Prescribed Burning
- Kansas Flint Hills Smoke Management
- Flint Hills Burning Information
- Conservation Guide to Prescribed Burning – Missouri (video)
- Sunup TV – Oklahoma State University (videos)
Nebraska
Private Lands Biologists
- Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologists in Nebraska
- Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Private Lands Wildlife Biologist Program
- Nebraska District Wildlife Biologists
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
- Corners for Wildlife Program
- Nebraska Game and Parks Commission Landowner Habitat Programs
- USDA Service Centers in Nebraska
- Nebraska Partners for Fish and Wildlife
- Rainwater Basin Joint Venture
- Conservation Easements
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
Invasive Plants and Trees
- Nebraska Noxious Weed Program
- Nebraska Invasive Species Project
- Nebraska Weed Control Authorities by County
Prescribed Burning
New Mexico
Private Lands Biologists
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
- USDA Service Centers in New Mexico
- New Mexico Partners for Fish and Wildlife
- The Nature Conservancy
- Conservation Easements
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
Invasive Plants and Trees
Prescribed Burning
Oklahoma
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
Invasive Plants and Trees
- Canadian River Cooperative Management Area
Gene Miller, Regional Biologist, National Wild Turkey Federation, 806-316-0232
Prescribed Burning
- Oklahoma State University Fire Ecology
- Oklahoma Prescribed Fire Council
- Oak Woodland and Forests Fire Consortium
- Great Plains Fire Science Exchange
- Sunup TV – Oklahoma State University (videos)
Texas
Private Lands Biologists
- Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologists in Texas
- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Wildlife Biologists
General Resources
Habitat Improvement
- USDA Service Centers in Texas
- Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Districts
- Texas Partners for Fish and Wildlife
- AgriLife County Extension Offices
- AgriLife Extension – Ecosystem Science and Management
- Habitat Management Resources for Texas Landowners
- Conservation Easements
Agricultural Conservation Programs
Range Management
- Texas Natural Resources Conservation Service Programs
- Texas AgriLife Extension – Ecosystem Science and Management
Invasive Plants and Trees
- Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee
- Canadian River Cooperative Management Area
Gene Miller, Regional Biologist, National Wild Turkey Federation, 806-316-0232
Prescribed Burning