The New Ranch
Fortunately, a growing number of ranchers…are embracing a cluster of new ideas and methods, often with the happy result of increased profits, restored land health, and repaired relationships with others.
Fortunately, a growing number of ranchers…are embracing a cluster of new ideas and methods, often with the happy result of increased profits, restored land health, and repaired relationships with others.
Recent events in Washington, D.C., reminded me of an anguished question that I’ve had on my mind since 1997: if ranchers and environmentalists can get along, why can’t Democrats and Republicans?
“I don’t believe for one minute that all Albertans believe that oil and gas is the only way to live in this province,” says Ronalie Campbell. “Alberta wasn’t built on oil and gas,” says Shawn, “Alberta was built on agriculture. Alberta was started with a plow, and horseback, and cattle.