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Grazing & Agriculture
The Permanent University Fund (PUF) Lands have long supported working landscapes rooted in ranching, farming, and land stewardship. University Lands (UL) continues this legacy by actively man- aging grazing and agricultural operations to ensure these lands remain productive, resilient, and sus- tainable for future generations. UL oversees livestock stocking rates and wildlife populations to maintain rangeland health and ecological balance. Regular aerial surveys using helicopters and drones provide insight into wildlife density, habitat conditions, and harvest recommen- dations, supporting informed and adaptive land management. Infrastructure investment remains central to UL’s grazing and agriculture program. In fiscal year 2025, UL worked closely with grazing lessees and conservation partners to improve fencing, water distribution systems, and related infrastructure that support rotational grazing and long-term land health. UL also integrates land restoration into its agricul- tural stewardship approach by coordinating with operators to remove abandoned infrastructure and reseed disturbed areas using region-appropriate, pollinator-friendly grassland mixes. In total, ap- proximately $4.8 million was invested back into the PUF Lands through combined stewardship efforts during the year.
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