Conserving grass trumps maximizing beef production at Gary and Sue Price’s 77 Ranch near Blooming Grove, Texas. Their conservative practices give their operation the resilience needed to sustain a stable number of cattle – even in drought years. Improved grass and soil health result, too, from their work. In recognition of their efforts, they were named the 2012 recipients of the Environmental Stewardship national award. The Prices use six management practices to ensure sustained grass growth as well as soil, livestock, and economic health. Read more at Agriculture.com…