THE UC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION joined with Sierra County Supervisor Sharon Dryden and Sheriff Mike Fisher to host a small livestock seminar in Loyalton on November 18th at the Elementary School. The evening held presentations on predator topics for livestock producers. Fisher thanked everyone for coming and stated the Beyem Seyo pack has been removed but it was important to look at what they can do to harden their homes and corrals so predators do not have easy access.
Rancher Annie Tipton talked about nights spent in the field when the wolves had a large presence, constantly rebuilding fence the wolves would blow out chasing cattle, developing new ways to keep her kids safe when playing around the ranch.
Biologist Libby Ehlers talked on reducing vulnerability and tools that can be used such as fencing and fladry, having a presence either with range riding or dogs, wildlife monitoring through game cameras, and bone/carcass removal.
Rancher Crystal Emsoff gave a very informative presentation on Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGD). She talked on types of LGDs, costs, training, handling and how many to get based on acreage and type of land.
Rancher Annie Tipton talked about nights spent in the field when the wolves had a large presence, constantly rebuilding fence the wolves would blow out chasing cattle, developing new ways to keep her kids safe when playing around the ranch.
Biologist Libby Ehlers talked on reducing vulnerability and tools that can be used such as fencing and fladry, having a presence either with range riding or dogs, wildlife monitoring through game cameras, and bone/carcass removal.
Rancher Crystal Emsoff gave a very informative presentation on Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGD). She talked on types of LGDs, costs, training, handling and how many to get based on acreage and type of land.
