Wildlife Habitat Program

Program Description

The goal of the Wildlife Habitat Program is to enhance the ecological balance and productivity of rangelands while supporting the natural habitats of wildlife species. By implementing rangeland improvement practices, we aim to increase biodiversity, improve soil health, and create sustainable grazing systems for livestock. NDWF has 3 grant programs to support rangeland improvements across ND. 

The NDWF grazing infrastructure improvement and habitat improvement projects:

  • Elimination of woven wire or other non-wildlife friendly fencing and Installation of wildlife friendly fencing.
  • Water development
  • Grassland plantings
  • Pollinator plantings
  • Wildlife friendly shrub/tree plantings where appropriate