Legacy Landscapes Program Expanded

Legacy Landscapes Program expands support for Texas cow-calf producers, with Wildlife Habitat Federation providing technical assistance

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS, February 25, 2026— The Legacy Landscapes Program is expanding support for cow-calf producers in Texas, offering more than $70,000 in valued assistance, including financial resources for new practice adoption, ranch management software, and tailored technical advisory. The multi-partner initiative is designed to help cow-calf operations improve their productivity and profitability. The program is currently working with producers in Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Texas to turn land stewardship into a measurable driver of profitability.

In Texas, technical support for participating producers is delivered by the Wildlife Habitat Federation (WHF), serving as the program’s Technical Assistance Provider (TAP). Through this role, WHF advisors work directly with producers to assess operations, identify opportunities, and develop customized plans aligned with each ranch’s goals and local landscape conditions. Legacy Landscapes was originally launched in 2024 and utilizes private and public investment to connect the supply chain from end-to-end. This unique endeavor merges technology, market access, and technical expertise to address the real-world complexity of modern grazing operations. Feedback from the first producers in the program confirmed both the demand for and value of integrated, multi-partner programs that align conservation outcomes with producer goals.

NatGLC’s work to improve grazing land health and bolster rancher profitability align well with WHF’s mission and vision of healthy habitats that provide food, fiber, water and biodiversity. Supporting the landowner is the most important service we provide. To do that alongside the NatGLC team is a win-win for everyone.

Building on that momentum, the program was further strengthened by adding Alexandria DiMaggio as the Director for Arizona and Texas. DiMaggio comes with years of experience implementing conservation projects to drive operational efficiency with producers in the region. With these additions to the program, Legacy Landscapes has evolved into a more flexible, scalable model designed to work across diverse landscapes and markets with the capacity to build operational resiliency for participating producers.
The program is currently accepting applications for producers ready to turn their management insights into a competitive advantage. Interested producers can find more information or sign up by visiting grazinglands.org/legacy-landscapes.