Understanding the values that inform regenerative ranching in the Northern U.S. Great Plains

Timothy Pape (), Gwendŵr Meredith, David Sandahl, Md Faizul Kabir, Simanti Banerjee, Craig Allen, Elliot Dennis and Mitchell Stephenson
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Timothy Pape: Bowling Green State University
Gwendŵr Meredith: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
David Sandahl: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Md Faizul Kabir: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Simanti Banerjee: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Craig Allen: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Elliot Dennis: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Mitchell Stephenson: University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Agriculture and Human Values, 2025, vol. 42, issue 2, No 23, 997-1008

Abstract: Abstract The effects of environmental degradation and climate change are propelling a discourse shift towards regenerative agriculture, yet understanding motivations for implementing regenerative practices on private agricultural lands is still a challenge. We study that challenge within the realm of regenerative ranching, a subcategory of regenerative agriculture. By examining the frequency of values articulated by respondents, a valuation typology stemming from 24 semi-structured interviews with ranchers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota is revealed. Instrumental valuations dominated in the studied region in connection to regenerative ranching practices, although some respondents articulated relational and intrinsic valuations tied to their practices. While this study focuses on regenerative ranching, we posit that a better understanding of the interplay between diverse valuations as they relate to private land management practices is vital to promoting more resilient and thoughtful ecosystem governance.

Keywords: Regenerative agriculture; Qualitative methods; Ecosystem services; Discourse; Land management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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