At one of our flying fields, the farmer alternately plants soybeans and corn in the area over which we fly. I don't know what grows out there, but maybe another crop that does not dry out and burn so readilly would be an option and be more valuable to the farmer, as well, than grass. Another thought would be to keep the grass down by mowing or harvesting more often. Controlled burns may also be an option as I have seen and heard about them to reduce the effect of a fire. But likely it is a political rather than a practical issue anyway as has been said. Good luck.

Sincerely, Richard/Club SAITO #635