Publication Date
1997
Description
Important genera of native grass species common to the grasslands of Bhutan include: Schizachyrium, Arundinella, Agropyron, Agrostis, Bromus, and Helictorichon. White clover was first introduced to the country in 1970. White clover introduction and application of P increased dry matter production of native grasslands from <2 t ha-1 to >10 t ha-1. In the elevation range ,2000-3500 m white clover is the best fodder species for improving existing grassland. Fast expansion of the species through adoption by farmers spreading by grazing animals has caused some panic and demands for a reassessment of its potential.
Citation
Roder, W; Wangdi, K; and Gyamtsho, P, "Introduction of White Clover in Native Grasslands of Bhutan-Impact, Potential, and Problems" (2024). IGC Proceedings (1997-2023). 15.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1997/session21/15
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Introduction of White Clover in Native Grasslands of Bhutan-Impact, Potential, and Problems
Important genera of native grass species common to the grasslands of Bhutan include: Schizachyrium, Arundinella, Agropyron, Agrostis, Bromus, and Helictorichon. White clover was first introduced to the country in 1970. White clover introduction and application of P increased dry matter production of native grasslands from <2 t ha-1 to>10 t ha-1. In the elevation range ,2000-3500 m white clover is the best fodder species for improving existing grassland. Fast expansion of the species through adoption by farmers spreading by grazing animals has caused some panic and demands for a reassessment of its potential.
