Unveiling the Crisis: ProPublica and High Country News Investigate Livestock Grazing on Public LandsA major investigation reveals deep problems with livestock grazing on public lands across the West, including Washington state. Agencies skip environmental reviews, ignore scientific warnings, and face understaffing, leading to damage and political pressure favoring ranchers over ecosystems and wildlife.The Colville National Forest in Washington is a prime example, with nearly seventy percent of grazing areas unsustainable and key habitats declining. Cattle wandering into steep forests or fragile spots cause erosion, wrecked watersheds, and clashes with predators. Wolves end up blamed and killed, while management flaws get a pass.However, proven fixes are available, like coexistence tools that slash conflicts by over ninety percent over two decades. Range riding, for instance, keeps herds on suitable forage, matches stock to real capacity, and steers clear of predator hotspots.The Colville lawsuit isnt about ending grazing—its pushing for honest assessments, transparent choices, and science-driven changes to protect forests long-term. Washington can lead the way toward real stewardship. Checkout Solipillow.com

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