Development of rangeland fractional cover and production models

This federal Cooperative Agreement award for $117,435 from the Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service's Agricultural Research Basic and Applied Research program (CFDA 10.001) supports the development of rangeland fractional cover and production models by the University of Montana. The agreement, with a period of performance from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, provides funding to the university's Research and Sponsored Programs division to conduct scientific research and deliver technical assistance in the areas of environmental monitoring, ecosystem analysis, and landscape ecology. The University of Montana, with its extensive research capabilities and expertise in environmental studies, will leverage this award to advance the agency's goals of making agricultural research discoveries and providing scientific and technical information to improve agricultural practices.