NEPA Resources

 
NEPA

The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) impacts 63% of Idaho’s landmass, much of which is vital to ranchers and the livestock grazing industry. Range improvement projects such as water developments or fences, as well as grazing permit renewals are all analyzed under NEPA. While every agency in the executive branch of the federal government has a responsibility to implement NEPA, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) implement the process on the lands connected to the Idaho livestock industry. 

ISDA’s Role

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is a resource for producers during the NEPA process. ISDA also aids in cooperative rangeland monitoring and provides technical expertise for planning and management of vegetation and other rangeland resources utilizing best available science and best management practices. 

NEPA Guide for Ranchers

The NEPA Guide for ranchers provides a basic understanding of what NEPA is, how NEPA works, as well as how to participate in and influence the NEPA process.

You can view and print a copy of the Guide here: Idaho NEPA Guide for Ranchers