Extension at Rannells Ranch

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“This ranch gives us a place to show producers what we’re doing, connect research to real management decisions, and create hands-on learning opportunities that matter on the ground.” -Logan Thompson

Extension Programming on Working Flint Hills Ranches

Rannells Ranch serves as a working landscape for Extension programming focused on grazing management, land stewardship, and conservation on Flint Hills rangelands. The ranch provides space for applied learning that supports those managing and caring for working grasslands.

Ranch Management in Practice

Rannells Ranch is managed using practices rooted in the Flint Hills landscape and the needs of the cattle grazing it. These stories highlight the tools and decisions behind working ranch management.

Why Cattle Graze Where They Do: Understanding Grazing Preference on Pastures

The Science of Spring Burning

Practical Tools & Resources

Applied resources and producer-focused support are designed to connect research with real-world decision-making across grazing systems and grassland management in the Flint Hills.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Calculator (Estimate)

Using Rannells Ranch for Outreach Programming

Rannells Ranch welcomes educators, youth organizations, and Extension partners to use the property for workshops, tours, and applied learning events. The ranch’s pastures, working facilities, and demonstration areas support Extension programming and youth engagement on working Flint Hills rangeland.

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