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Cock’s foot (Dactylis glomerata) is very tasty. 0000075423 00000 n 0000048627 00000 n 0000075038 00000 n 0000076125 00000 n Fertilization of planted pastures. Phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium contents of pasture and their effect on body condition scores and body mass of communal cattle depending on natural pasture of Mogosane Village, of the North-West Province, South Africa. 0000074861 00000 n Evaluation of natural pastures: quantitative criteria for assessing condition in the Themeda veld of the Orange Free State Roberts BR Anderson ER Fourie JH Abstract There is a need for objective standards of veld condition assessment in South Africa. Insects of Cultivated Plants and Natural Pastures in Southern Africa is a compilation of authoritative accounts prepared by an impressive team of experts, mostly from South Africa, of the insect pests found on 75 types, or related groups, of beneficial plants in this region. 0000076173 00000 n 0000080015 00000 n Even with the focus on southern Africa only, the detail and enormity of the subject matter is almost overwhelming in terms of the number of cultivated plants … NHBS GmbH, Registergericht Amstgericht Bonn, Umsatzsteuer-ID DE326630061, Taxonomy of the Dacina (Diptera: Tephritidae) of Africa and the Middle East. 0000073303 00000 n 0000075317 00000 n 0000074752 00000 n 0000074104 00000 n 0000010282 00000 n 0000077330 00000 n 4, p. 517. RUMINANT LIVESTOCK FEED RESOURCES IN SOUTHERN AFRICA I. 0000075266 00000 n 0000076993 00000 n 0000077390 00000 n A brief popular report is given of a wide scale investigation in which samples, collected at roughly monthly intervals from about 1000 farms in different parts of the Union, were analysed for protein, Ca, Mg, P, Na, K. and Cl. 0000073465 00000 n 0000078047 00000 n Farmers an indigenous pasture grass is now available. Province Long term grazing capacity (ha/LSU) Available (ha) Highest Lowest Mean *Natural veld % of Province Eastern Cape 1.5 130 10.8 10 818 640 82.03 Free State 2.5 24 7.5 6 530 962 66.78 Gauteng 4 20 6.8 698 179 52.14 KwaZulu ‐Natal 223 6.4 4 493 616 63.16 Limpopo 317 9.3 7 657 939 84.20 Mpumalanga 2.5 11 6 3 684 679 65.51 Northern Cape 7 140 33.3 27 894 251 98.49 For this reason the veld of South Africa can be divided in: (i) Sweet veld, (ii) Mixed veld and (iii) Sour veld. 0000078664 00000 n 0000079468 00000 n 0000073681 00000 n 0000073574 00000 n 0000079195 00000 n H.O. And for the non-specialist, there is a 200-entry glossary that explains technical or idiosyncratic terms that form part and parcel of the language of entomologists and their kith and kin. 0000077044 00000 n 0000073740 00000 n 0000077759 00000 n 0000002856 00000 n INTRODUCTION The Republic of South Africa is situated at the southern tip of Africa. It also had a lower (P < 0.05) daily loss when veld condition was poor, which demonstrates the Nguni’s ability to perform better than the bigger breeds under natural pasture, particularly if the quality of grazing is low, as is the case in the dry season in the rural areas. The three different palatable regions, in the eastern part of the country, are shown in Map 2, and will be discussed to help farmers with good veld management practices. 0000074427 00000 n Plant it once and it seeds itself every year and so grows forever. 0000079148 00000 n This book deals with plant feeding insects that damage field crops, deciduous, subtropical and other fruits, vegetables, plantation trees and ornamental plants, in addition to natural pastures. 0000074001 00000 n 0000076584 00000 n 183 0 obj<> endobj Natural pastures account for 81% (83,2 million ha) of the total area used for agriculture and forestry, and although the livestock industry yields only 36% (R 900 million) of the total annual agricultural product, these pastures must be considered not only the major farming asset but also the primary biological resource of the … For each of the plant-categories, say citrus, a comprehensive table is provided listing the common and scientific name of each of the pests associated with that crop or plant, with notes on the parts of the plant that are damaged, cross-referenced to other entries on that particular pest-species to be found elsewhere in the book.In all, nearly 700 insect pest species are listed: about two-thirds of these, namely those of major importance, are given extensive coverage in the book and the text is greatly enhanced by 860 stunningly high-quality photographs of the insects themselves and the damage that they cause. 0000048839 00000 n WWF South Africa has launched a restful playlist of the unique sounds and features of Africa’s natural heritage to keep people’s travel FOMO at bay. 0000075740 00000 n 0000078712 00000 n 0000004510 00000 n Their main economic activity is beef cattle ranching in extensive systems due to the widespread areas of natural pastures in the region. 0000077132 00000 n 0000009994 00000 n 0000076837 00000 n Published eight times a year, British Wildlife bridges the gap between popular writing and Some of the more important factors to Agricol is a seed distributor based in South Africa that specialises in Pasture, seed production, seed distribution, plant breeding and processing. The ever increasing cost of agricultural land in South Africa makes the purchasing of land for expansion an expensive option for livestock farmers who have already reached their capacity with the natural pasture at their disposal. trailer scientific literature through a combination of long-form articles, regular columns and reports, 0000009273 00000 n 0000078822 00000 n Coloured maps show the distribution of the vegetation and the areas which, in summer and winter, respectively, fall within certain limits of P and protein content. 0000077191 00000 n A recent survey of land use in South Africa showed that 83.3% (102,5 million ha) of the total area is devoted to agricultural production (Verbeek, 1976). 0000075089 00000 n Country Pasture/Forage Resource Profile 5 1. Pasture Management Written by Rich Casale, District Conservationist and CPESC#3 Natural Resources Conservation Service There are many variables related to determining the number of animal units (AU) that can safely graze a pasture over time without causing damage to the soil or other natural resources. 0000079824 00000 n new product information and updates, reports of conferences and letters. 0000078173 00000 n 0000074529 00000 n For further reading see Ley Farming in South Australia (PDF 4.0 MB), Bulletin No 15/77, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, South Australia. 0000003912 00000 n 0000078410 00000 n 0000076335 00000 n 0000075791 00000 n South Africa is multi-ethnic with a majority indigenous population and a minority of descendants of colonists who own much of the commercial farm land. African Entomology publishes original research and communications on entomology, with an emphasis on the advancement of entomology on the African continent. 0000077500 00000 n 0000077911 00000 n The grass is suitable for all farm animals and is even more nutritious than Lucerne. 0000076786 00000 n 0000075532 00000 n 0000068621 00000 n CLM includes long-form articles, events listings, publication reviews, 0000000016 00000 n across the British Isles. The applied stocking rate on any section of land allocated to a particular flock of sheep or herd of cattle, is usually expressed as x - number of hectares per animal, since the capacity of the natural pastures of South Africa to carry stock is so low on account of the low rainfall and the arid nature of the larger part of South Africa. 0000003963 00000 n It is also used informally in the same way we would say field, as “we are going into the field this afternoon.”] Further Reading Acocks, J.P.H. xref Dairy cows in ryegrass. Pasture Management Written by Rich Casale, District Conservationist and CPESC#3 Natural Resources Conservation Service There are many variables related to determining the number of animal units (AU) that can safely graze a pasture over time without causing damage to the soil or other natural resources. 0000080062 00000 n The contribution of field crops, horticultural products and animal products to- 0000079871 00000 n area of South Africa. Howard 2 and H.J. British Wildlife is the leading natural history magazine in the UK, providing essential reading This includes natural pasture (65%), cultivated land and permanent crops (16%), artificial pasture (3%), wood and forest land (2%) and other land (3%). 0000078522 00000 n 0000078983 00000 n Thus farmers would have to consider planted pastures to increase their herds. The planting of pastures to supply food for animals is determined by the soil type and climate, the intended end-use of the pasture as well as the … A brief popular report is given of a wide scale investigation in which samples, collected at roughly monthly intervals from about 1000 farms in different parts of the Union, were analysed for protein, Ca, Mg, P, Na, K. and Cl. to the grazing ruminant in Southern Africa is predetermined by the prevailing cli­ matic and soil conditions which give rise to the vegetation cover (Okigbo, 1984). Plant now in winter anywhere in South Africa. 0000069497 00000 n The three different palatable regions, in the eastern part of the country, are shown in Map 2, and will be discussed to help farmers with good veld management practices. 0000073523 00000 n Insects of Cultivated Plants and Natural Pastures in Southern Africa is a compilation of authoritative accounts prepared by an impressive team of experts, mostly from South Africa, of the insect pests found on 75 types, or related groups, of beneficial plants in this region. 0000078362 00000 n 0000073380 00000 n 0000079604 00000 n for both enthusiast and professional naturalists and wildlife conservationists. 186 0 obj<>stream 0000079421 00000 n Cultivated pastures for South Africa, a compilation of 25 brochures on indigenous and exotic pasture species for use under dry land and irrigated conditions; Find “Bird-friendly burning and grazing best-practice for grasslands” at www.birdlife.org.za/publications/grassland-best-practice. Natural Pasture/Veld The quantitative and qualitative nutritive values of natural pastures, or veld. 0000075481 00000 n 0000076635 00000 n 0000073950 00000 n 0000063230 00000 n PASTURE PROSPECTiN SOUTH AFRICA 51 predominant scene is one of open natural grassland(grass- veld) maintained as a sub-climax by fire. Fouché 3 1 Department of Animal Science, University of the Orange Free State, PO Box 339, Bloemfontein 9300, Republic of South Africa 2 Department of Agrometeorology, University of the Orange Free State, … 0000074587 00000 n 0000076386 00000 n reading for all who are involved in land management for nature conservation, 0000077863 00000 n For this reason the veld of South Africa can be divided in: (i) Sweet veld, (ii) Mixed veld and (iii) Sour veld. The latest information is provided for each of the major pests on their:- Scientific and common names (in English, Afrikaans and Portuguese);- Origin and distribution;- Identification (typically, of each of the life stages);- Host plants;- Damage;- Life history;- Natural enemies;- Management; and, in addition- Further reading (to key references for each species).Besides the various expedients mentioned above that allow access to the information contained in the book, ease of reference to chosen subjects is considerably enhanced by an exceptionally functional 5,612-entry index. 0000077242 00000 n Pasture management in South Africa covers all major aspects of pasture production and management. 0000068385 00000 n Written by 39 leading entomologists, this book is the most comprehensive account of the phytophagous insects of cultivated plants and natural pastures in South Africa published to date. About this book. 0000074810 00000 n 0000068461 00000 n 0000010069 00000 n 0 Conservation Land Management (CLM) is a quarterly magazine that is widely regarded as essential African Entomology publishes original research and communications on entomology, with an emphasis on the advancement of entomology on the African continent. Pasture fertilizer practice is dealt with comprehensively. Of the grassland biome, 25% is degraded to some degree and only about 2% is formally conserved (Carbutt et al.2011; Macdonald 1989). Pastures can be used for grazing but also to make silage and hay. 0000073194 00000 n 0000074213 00000 n 0000070453 00000 n %PDF-1.3 %���� 0000080167 00000 n Tropical Animal Health and Production, Vol. startxref 0000062859 00000 n Comprehensive information about pasture development in South Australia can be obtained from Dr David Smith’s book, Natural Gains in the Grazing Lands of Southern Australia. 0000076277 00000 n Plant it once and it seeds itself every year and so grows forever. 0000073892 00000 n 0000074638 00000 n 0000004978 00000 n Mokolopi BG(1). 0000079968 00000 n 0000068571 00000 n 0000078570 00000 n A synthesis of research and farmer experience in the production, management and cultivation of pastures since grasses and legumes were first used to stimulate forage production in South Africa. Tick susceptibility and its effects on growth performance and carcass characteristics of Nguni, Bonsmara and Angus steers raised on natural pasture - Volume 2 Issue 2 - V. Muchenje, K. 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Strydom 0000065129 00000 n 0000064555 00000 n 0000076933 00000 n 0000075208 00000 n Plant now in winter anywhere in South Africa. 0000076727 00000 n Agricol is a seed distributor based in South Africa that specialises in Pasture, seed production, seed distribution, plant breeding and processing. 0000066039 00000 n 0000077711 00000 n 0000077551 00000 n 0000047786 00000 n book reviews and letters. 0000009652 00000 n In South Africa, it is estimated that 60% of the grassland biome has been permanently transformed, whilst as little as 15% remains as natural grassland. 0000079737 00000 n A synthesis of research and farmer experience in the production, management and cultivation of pastures since grasses and legumes were first used to stimulate forage production in South Africa. %%EOF Some of the more important factors to 0000076528 00000 n 0000004091 00000 n Insects of cultivated plants and pastures is certainly the most significant contribution ever to our knowledge of economic entomology in southern Africa, combining not only management guidelines but also relevant and current information on the taxonomy, biology, origins, host plants, interactions with other organisms and identification characteristics. Ryegrass as a pasture plant needs nitrogen and lots of water. 0000079557 00000 n 0000078221 00000 n 0000073123 00000 n <]>> The following are popular dryland perennial pastures in South Africa: Eragrostis curvula (weeping lovegrass/oulandsgras) Endemic to South Africa, this is the most commonly planted pasture for grazing and haymaking. [Veld (pronounced ‘felt’) is the South African term for the natural vegetation, landscape or countryside. 0000073791 00000 n (9) Calcium-phosphorus ratios ranging from 2.00:1 to 11.60:1 occur in the dry matter of South African pastures. 0000075947 00000 n Phillips … It is bordered to the north by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique; in the west by the Atlantic Ocean and in the south and east by … Overall, commercial marketing of beef cattle raised on communally owned natural pastures in the surveyed areas in South Africa was largely determined by farmer’s demographic characteristics, cattle herd size and access to extension services with branding and feedlotting as … Coloured maps show the distribution of the vegetation and the areas which, in summer and winter, respectively, fall within certain limits of P and protein content. Tall fescue is ideal for very wet soils and marshlands and can tolerate acidic soils. 0000080108 00000 n 0000048180 00000 n A recent survey of land use in South Africa showed that 83.3% (102,5 million ha) of the total area is devoted to agricultural production (Verbeek, 1976). de Waal 1, W.J. SESSION 3 (a) RESOURCES - FEEDS THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE ON VELD (NATURAL PASTURE OR RANGELAND) AND ANIMAL PRODUCTION. 0000063573 00000 n The total area under irrigation is 1.2 million ha. 0000077441 00000 n These perennial grasslands are mixed in species composition and provide a dense cover to the. The grass is suitable for all farm animals and is even more nutritious than Lucerne. soil.The average annual yields from these natural pastures vary from one to two tons of hay Tick control methods used by resource-limited farmers and the effect of ticks on cattle in rural areas of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. Hoffman2 1 Limpopo P r ovince Departm ent of A gricul ture , M ara R search St at P e B X 2467 L uis Trichard 09 0, South Africa 2 Depart m ent of A n ial Sci nces, Uni versi ty o f Stel lbosc h, Pri ate B ag X1, M nd 7602 Sout A rica Overall, commercial marketing of beef cattle raised on communally owned natural pastures in the surveyed areas in South Africa was largely determined by farmer’s demographic characteristics, cattle herd size and access to extension services with branding and feedlotting as … 0000079333 00000 n 0000068535 00000 n 41, Issue. 0000074376 00000 n steers finished on natural pastures in the arid subtropics of South Africa I. du Plessis1,2# and L.C. 0000063521 00000 n 0000077999 00000 n 1988. Even with the focus on southern Africa only, the detail and enormity of the subject matter is almost overwhelming in terms of the number of cultivated plants and crops, and the hundreds of inherently complex insect species and interactions involved.In order to find out what you want to know from this book all you need, as a start, is the name of the plant or crop that is of interest. Thus, there are 12 main sections, each authored by an expert or by a small group of specialists, comprising cognate and logical groupings of plants, such as vegetables, cereals, through to categories such as subtropical fruits, plantation trees and ornamentals. Farmers an indigenous pasture grass is now available. 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