Where We Work
The PPJV covers one-third of North America’s Prairie Pothole Region (PPR), including portions of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. Just 20% of the grassland in the PPR is protected, which equates to only 6% of the historic extent of grassland area.
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Conservation through Partnerships
Photo: Mitch Kezar for the SD Grassland Coalition and USDA-NRCS
Grassland Bird Habitat Conservation
The PPJV hosts 45-90% of the continental breeding populations for several grassland bird species that are experiencing some of the steepest population declines. The loss of over 70 million acres of grasslands in the PPJV has made grassland birds one of the most imperiled guilds in North America.
Our Amazing Grasslands
Dan Anderson - “The wildlife we have in this area, the deer, and the antelope and grouse, need native grasses and prairie to survive. They were just designed that way, and if we lose that, say we turned this country into farm ground, those species are in danger of being lost." The intensive grazing practices at Darling Creek Ranch are benefiting both the livestock and local wildlife. By moving their animals regularly and allowing the grasslands to recover, the Andersons are not only improving the health of their pastures but also providing better habitats for wildlife to thrive.
- Meadow, SD
Keep In Touch
Keep up with the latest news on bird and habitat conservation efforts across the Prairie Pothole Joint Venture!
Recent News
Ranchers Stewardship Alliance Honors Jacquelyn (Jacquie) Evans with 2024 Gold Star Award!
The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is proud to announce Jacquelyn (Jacquie) Evans as the recipient of the 2024 Gold Star Award. Evans, the Science Integration
Prescribed Fire Rejuvenates Pollinator Plots and Private Land Habitat (video)
https://youtu.be/rBgGYeEyxho The U.S. Geological Survey at Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center (NPWRC) has a robust history of studying pollinators and pollinator habitat demonstration plots to
Secret Prairie Treasures: How small butterflies make a big impact for grassland conservation
While the monarch is iconic for its status as an imperiled butterfly, there are other less-known butterflies on the prairie that deserve just as much