Awardee Name
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Grant Type
State
Project Title
Integrating high resolution animal location data with nutrient mapping capabilities of the grazing system to enhance range management of Alaska reindeer.
Awardee State/Territory
Alaska
Involved States/territories
Alaska
Award Year
2010
End Date
Award Amount
$59,369.00
Project Background
The project will use advanced satellite telemetry to develop nutrient flow maps for the Seward Peninsula reindeer range. The data collected will model the animal and landscape interface and allow herders and NRCS land managers to access animal location and forage data to create seasonally comprehensive management plans.
Project targeted to Historically Underserved producers?
No