Grasshopper infestations have periodically been a problem for farmers and ranchers for hundreds of years in the United States, including Sheridan County. This year, with the warm winter and drought plaguing the area, it is the ideal climate for a devastating pest.
Impact on Farmers and Ranchers
High counts of grasshoppers can damage and reduce the amount of grass available for cattle and wildlife. In Sheridan County, counts have been found to be anywhere from 40 to 60, 70 grasshoppers per square yard, which is significantly higher than the threshold of 15 to 18 grasshoppers per square yard.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
