Prescribed fire is an effective land management tool that benefits both wildlife and agricultural productivity by enhancing soil health and ecosystem resilience when used carefully and under the right conditions. From controlling invasive plant species — which can otherwise overwhelm native vegetation crucial for local wildlife — to rejuvenating habitats by encouraging native plant regrowth — which benefits pheasants, other ground-nesting birds and pollinators — prescribed fire works to promote overall biodiversity in ag land. In this episode of WildAg, Brian Teeter, prescribed fire coordinator for Nebraska Pheasants Forever, discusses safe burning practices, timing, and fire management plans to help producers conduct prescribed fires that align with their conservation and agricultural goals.

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