Land Managers

Resources for Land Management

  1. Savory Institute Materials

    The Savory Institute is a global non-profit that trains land stewards in Holistic Management; a decision-making framework that is designed to handle complexity in both human and natural systems.

  • Holistic Management Textbook & Handbook: 3rd Edition

    The textbook outlines Allan Savory's paradigm-changing vision for reversing desertification, stemming the loss of biodiversity, eliminating fundamental causes of human impoverishment throughout the world, and climate change. The handbook helps land and business managers apply these paradigms into practice.

  • E-Books

    Expand on the concepts from the Holistic Management Textbook & Handbook with these in-depth E-Books.

  • Online Courses

    Go further in-depth with readily available, go-at-your-own-pace virtual training courses.

  • Savory Science Library

    A collection of peer-reviewed scientific studies that capture the effects of Holistic Management practices.

  • Accreditation Pathway

    Learn how to get accredited as a Holistic Management Professional Educator.

  • Savory Hub Map

    Find the closest Savory Institute Hub to get connected with local educational opportunities.

2. Other Resources

Other frequently consulted materials.


  • Manual of Stockmanship

    This book, while an exhaustive manual for range riders, has very useful information for all operations including feedlots, dairies and smaller operations. Includes details and helpful diagrams about working stock in facilities, sorting, weaning, handling pairs, dealing with sensitive or aggressive stock, loading and dealing with handling issues common to all producers. It also includes sections on bison and grazing and soils that are remarkable accounts that we can use to enhance, protect or restore our grazing lands.

  • Temple Grandin: General Cattle Handling

    Renowned animal handling expert Temple Grandin speaks to management practices that can reduce stress and improve cattle production.

  • Deep Dive: The Predator-Prey Relationship

    The Africa Centre for Holistic Management details the importance of the predator-prey relationship in the wild, and how humans can mimic it in management practices.