James K. (Tex) Lewis Papers

29.94 linear feet [20 record boxes, 7 oversize boxes]

This collection presents a comprehensive overview of James K. Lewis’s studies and projects conducted at various field stations, including Cottonwood Range and Antelope Range field stations, as well as the Badlands of South Dakota. The primary focus is on range management, forage production, and utilization and cover a broad spectrum of topics, including cattle weights, clip plot data analysis, soil moisture samples, and utilization studies, reflecting extensive data collection over several years. The collection also highlights interactions with prominent organizations like the American Grassland Council and the American Society of Range Management, indicating collaborative efforts and regional projects. The material covers a diverse range of studies, projects, and course materials related to range management. These include aerial photographs, ecological grassland studies, tool calibration, and extensive field data collection. The breadth of topics covered underscores a holistic approach to understanding and preserving ecosystems within these regions.

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• English

Bibliography

Effect of Flushing and Gonadotropin on Ovulation Rate of Yearling Ewes on Range
South Dakota Sheep Field Day Research Reports, 1970
Lewis, James K.; Bush, Leon F.; Haferkamp, Marshall; Trevillyan, W.R.
Open PRAIRIE: Open Public Research Access Institutional Repository and Information Exchange

Effect of grazing intensity and range condition on hydrology of western South Dakota ranges
Bulletin (South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station); no 647
Hanson, Clayton L.; Lewis, James K.; Kuhlman, Armine R.
Brookings: Animal Science Dept., Agricultural Experiment Station, South Dakota State University, 1978
Call number: 630.7 So.12 no. 647

Effect of Lambing Ration on Survival and Weaning Weight of Range Lambs
South Dakota Sheep Field Day Research Reports, 1967
Lewis, James K.; Trevillyan, W.R.
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Grazing Studies at Antelope Range A Progress Report 1964-69
South Dakota Sheep Field Day Research Reports, 1970
Lewis, James K.; Trevillyan, W.R.; Haferkamp, Marshall
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Intensity of grazing: its effect on livestock and forage production
Bulletin (South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station); no. 459
Brookings, S.D.: Animal Husbandry Dept., Agricultural Experiment Station, South Dakota State College, 1956
Call Number: 630.7 So87.12 no. 459

South Dakota range: its nature and use
Extension circular (South Dakota State University. Cooperative Extension Service: 605
Lewis, James K.; Albee, Leslie R.; Howard, Paul L.
Brookings, S.D.: Cooperative Extension Service, South Dakota State College, 1963
Call number: 630.732 So87.17 no. 605

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