Description
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a permittee to conduct vegetation disposal activities on the Hogsback Allotment, located on the Tehama Wildlife Area in Tehama County. The permittee will be responsible for grazing cattle on the premises, with the goal of maintaining a minimum of 446 pounds per acre and a maximum of 800 pounds per acre of residual dry matter (RDM) by May 15 annually. The permittee must have at least 10 years of experience conducting wildlife-friendly grazing operations on public or conservation easement protected lands and be able to respond to emergencies on the premises within two hours. The permit term will be four years and seven months, commencing on December 1, 2025, or upon approval of the STATE, whichever is later.
Key aspects of the job include:
• Conducting vegetation disposal activities on the Hogsback Allotment
• Maintaining a minimum of 446 pounds per acre and a maximum of 800 pounds per acre of RDM by May 15 annually
• Responding to emergencies on the premises within two hours
• Having at least 10 years of experience conducting wildlife-friendly grazing operations on public or conservation easement protected lands
• Submitting a proposal that includes all required attachments and meets the minimum qualifications.