Veld management with specific reference to game ranching in the grassland and savanna areas of South Africa

Abstract

The smaller the area being used for wildlife the more intensively it must be managed, particularly game ranches. A prerequisite for the development of an effective veld management program is a comprehensive assessment of the condition of the veld upon which realistic veld management practices can be formulated. These practices will include stocking the veld with the appropriate species and numbers of animals, grazing and browsing management, veld burning and the provision of watering points. A programme for monitoring veld condition over time is a prerequisite for sound veld management. -from Author