Washington Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 23, 2016) |
Title 332. Natural Resources, Board and Department of (See Title 222) |
Chapter 332-20. Grazing lands. |
Section 332-20-020. Grazing management.
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- Management of state lands for grazing purposes will be based upon that grazing capacity which permits maximum forage utilization and seeks to maintain or improve to "good" condition range as defined by the soil conservation service. Grazing capacity will be established after consideration of historical stocking rates, forage utilization, range condition, and trend. Pertinent range research findings of Washington State University and the advice of the soil conservation service will be considered in the management of the grazing resources.