Increase capacity for a local, community-based conservation collaborative to regenerate Kansas' grazing lands through landowner agreements that address grassland restoration via native grass planting, invasive species control, grazing management and appropriate use of prescribed fire. Project will enhance 16,500 acres of native prairie on private, working ranches improve grassland health, support biodiversity and increase carbon sequestration to improve climate resilience.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Southern Great Plains
Project Title: Increasing Capacity to Deliver Grassland Conservation on Private, Working Ranches (KS)
Organization:
Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition, Inc.
Project ID:
2507.22.074098
Description:
Award Amount:
$499950.00
Location:
Flint Hills, Smoky Hills and Red Hills eco-regions of Kansas