Seeding of native perennial species commonly fails in the presence of invasive annual
weeds. The ability of weeds to deplete soil moisture through early germination and rapid …

On the Ground• Soil pitting is an ancient technique for concentrating soil moisture to enable
plant establishment and promote plant growth. It is especially effective in arid areas where …

Reduction of vegetation following wildfire in rangelands of the western United States can
result in invasion of exotic annual grasses and elevated soil loss to wind erosion. In …

Energy development is one of the most rapidly increasing land uses in North America, so
understanding how wildlife respond to different types of energy infrastructure is crucial for …

Increasing density of pinyon pine (Pinus spp.) and juniper (Juniperus spp.) woodlands
(hereinafter “pinyon-juniper”), as well as expansion of these woodlands into adjacent …