This grant proposal seeks funding for the treatment of 9,782 acres of sagebrush through the aerial application of tebutheron (TEB), targeting areas that span multiple jurisdictions

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management awarded a Cooperative Agreement valued at $255,000 to San Juan Soil & Water Conservation District on October 1, 2025, under the Rangeland Resource Management program (CFDA 15.237).

The award funds aerial application of tebutheron to treat 9,782 acres of sagebrush across multiple jurisdictions in New Mexico. The project supports land health and productivity maintenance or enhancement, soil carbon sequestration, and resilient landscape development. Key activities include promoting sustainable livestock grazing practices, managing invasive species and noxious weeds, and managing soil resources to improve ecosystem function and rangeland productivity.

Performance of performance runs through September 30, 2028, with all work conducted in New Mexico. San Juan Soil & Water Conservation District, a state government entity based in Aztec, New Mexico, serves as the recipient and implements rangeland restoration activities across the San Juan Basin region.

The project aims to support the dual objectives of maintaining or enhancing land health and productivity while increasing soil carbon sequestration and fostering resilient landscapes. Key activities include promoting sustainable livestock grazing practices, managing invasive species and noxious weeds, and effectively managing soil resources. By facilitating the restoration of rangelands, this initiative will not only improve ecosystem function but also contribute to the long-term sustainability of these critical habitats. Ultimately, this project seeks to create healthier, more productive rangelands that can withstand environmental challenges, benefiting both current and future generations.