What issues divided ranchers from farmers in the American West in the 1800s?

In the 1800s, ranchers and farmers in the American West were divided primarily over land use and water rights. Ranchers, who relied on grazing land for their cattle, often clashed with farmers who cultivated crops and needed access to the same resources. The open range system favored ranchers, while the rise of farming created competition for land and water, leading to tensions over property rights and resource allocation. Additionally, differing economic interests and lifestyles further exacerbated the divide between these two groups.