Among many other conservation practices, A.B. utilizes rotational grazing, which adds value and diversity to the meadows and pastures, extending the grazing season and decreasing the need for harvested feed. When they do hay, they mow in a mosaic pattern to leave edges for wildlife, which is abundant on A.B.’s land. Wildlife species include, among others, ducks, geese, cranes, Mule deer, Pronghorn, Sharptail grouse, prairie chickens, Golden Eagles, and Burrowing Owls.

“We take the holistic approach to conservation where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts” A.B. said. “The land, cattle, and people are one. Each part of the community is important and dependant on the other, they are all of value.”

Beginning with his daughter, who will eventually take over the operation, A.B. places a high emphasis on education and outreach. He has been involved in the Nebraska Chapter for Holistic Resource Management (HRM), Sandhills Task Force, and Grazing Lands Coalition. While on the HRM Board, A.B. hosted workshops, tours, clinics and schools to promote rangeland management.