Troy Forrest, Director, (435) 279-3603
MAP: GRAZING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REGIONS
In 2006, the Rangeland Improvement Act (HB145) established Utah’s Grazing Improvement Program (GIP) to provide cost-share grants for projects that improve rangeland management and sustainability. It also guided the formation of State and Regional Grazing Advisory Boards to strengthen the voices of producers utilizing Utah’s rangelands.
Grants are available to livestock producers operating in the State that graze cattle, sheep, goats, and horses. Project examples include water developments, fencing, and vegetation treatments.
GIP Grants:
Utah Grazing Improvement Program Grant
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- Eligibility: livestock operations
- Maximum Request: $200,000
- Application Deadline: December 31
Small Livestock Operation Grant
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- Eligibility: small livestock operations (75 animal units or less)
- Maximum Request: $10,000
- Application Deadline: December 31
Predatory Animal Control Grant
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- Eligibility: livestock producers who have suffered predation losses
- Maximum Request: $150,000
- Application Deadline: August 31
Applicants are advised to contact their regional GIP coordinator for assistance and more information.
Other Information:
UGIP in the News - Success Stories
- How 38 Utah Ranchers Created the Groundbreaking Three Creeks LLC to Improve Their Government Grazing Allotments (Working Ranch Magazine)
- History of the Evolution of the Three Creeks LLC Project (Human-Wildlife Interactions Scientific Journal)
