Introduction of Different Plants with Grazing Potential for the Reinforcement of Veld in the Darling Area
OBJECTIVE: |
This project aims to introduce mainly indigenous plants with grazing potential into the Darling area to reinforce the natural veld and to increase grazing capacity. |
START: |
2002 |
END: |
2006 |
STATUS: |
Underway |
DESCRIPTION: |
The aim is to try and re-establish the natural veld in this area. The project locality used to be cultivated, but due to the sandy soil and low rainfall, naturally adapted veld species should be more economically sustainable in the long run. For more information, contact: Anélia Marais |
BUDGET: |
R35 000 |
SPONSORED BY: |
Owner: Technology, Research and Development (Department of Agriculture, Provincial Government of the Western Cape) |
The content on this page was last updated on 16 February 2004
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