Game Farming in South Africa as a Force in Conservation

Abstract

There are perhaps 7000-10,000 farmers in South Africa who derive some income from game farming. They sell the meat, sell live animals to other farmers, allow hunters to shoot animals for trophies, or allow tourists onto their land for game viewing. The system has benefits for both wildlife and the farmers, and it is tempting to assume that similar results could be obtained in other African countries. But is it that simple?. © 1985, Fauna and Flora International. All rights reserved.