The Potential of U.S. Grazing Lands to Sequester Carbon and Mitigate the Greenhouse Effect

Providing a framework in which to consider grazing land issues, The Potential of U.S. Grazing Lands to Sequester Carbon and Mitigate the Greenhouse Effect is the first comprehensive evaluation of the soil C containment potential of grazing lands. The book describes grazing lands, the areas they occupy, and their role in improving the environment. Containing 98 figures and 55 tables, it explores the extent to which grazing lands should be considered as potential carbon sinks. It also compares practices that result in soil carbon sequestration and summarizes approaches for policy makers and research agencies.