Annual removal of native and non-forage biomass

Framework / Assessment
Summary

This indicator measures the annual harvest from rangelands of 1) native hay and non-forage plant materials, including landscaping and decorative plant materials, 2) edible and medicinal plants, 3) wood products, and 4) biomass for biofuels. Traditional non-forage biomass products have relatively high local value and may have exceedingly high international value. Under some conditions, the net effect of recurring harvests and/or removals of non-forage products could significantly impact ecosystem properties and processes at a broader scale than the activities themselves.