Satellite Symposium 3: Pastoral Systems

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Range-Based Livestock Production in Turkmenistan

R. H. Behnke, Macaulay Institute, UK
G. Davidson, Macaulay Institute, UK

The Influence of Fertiliser Application to Strip-Sown Grasslands on Herbage Production and Quality

A. Kohoutek, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
P. Komárek, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
V. Odstrčilová, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
P. Nerušil, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic

Reasons for the Premature Decline in Astragalus adsurgens Stands in Kerqin Sandy Land

Q. Zh. Sun, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Z. L. Wang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
J. G. Han, China Agricultural University, China
Y. W. Wang, China Agricultural University, China
G. R. Liu, Grassland Service Station of Chifeng City, China

Ear Emergence of Different Grass Species under Finnish Growing Conditions

M. Niskanen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
O. Niemeläinen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
L. Jauhiainen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland

Effects of Sowing Date and Phosphorus Fertiliser Application on Winter Survival of Lucerne cv. Aohan in the Northern Semi-Arid Region of China

Z. L. Wang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Q. Zh. Sun, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Y. W. Wang, China Agricultural University, China
Zh. Y. Li, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Sh. F. Zhao, Grassland Service Station of Linxi County, China

The Productivity of Coastal Meadows in Finland

R. Nevalainen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
S. Jaakola, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
A. Huuskonen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
J. Kiljala, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
E. Joki-Tokola, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland

Grazing Animal Production Systems and Grazing Land Characteristics in a Semi-Arid Region of Greece

I. Hadjigeorgiou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
G. Economou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
D. Lolis, Directorate for Rural Development, Larisa, Greece
N. Moustakas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
G. Zervas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece

Selecting Grassland Species for Saline Environments

M. E. Rogers, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
A. D. Craig, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
T. D. Colmer, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
R. Munns, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
S. J. Hughes, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
P. M. Evans, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
P. G. H. Nichols, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
R. Snowball, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
D. Henry, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
J. Deretic, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
B. Dear, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
M. Ewing, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia

Mortality Model for a Perennial Grass in Australian Semi-Arid Wooded Grasslands Grazed by Sheep

K. C. Hodgkinson, CSIRO, Australia
W. J. Muller, CSIRO, Australia

The Long Road to Developing Native Herbaceous Summer Forage Legume Ecotypes

J. P. Muir, Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Service
T. J. Butler, Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Service
W. R. Ocumpaugh, Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Service

Diversity and Variation in Nutritive Value of Plants Growing on 2 Saline Sites in Southwestern Australia

H. C. Norman, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
R. A. Dynes, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australlia
D. G. Masters, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia

Working Within Constraints: Managing African Savannas for Animal Production and Biodiversity

J. T. du Toit, Utah State University

Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Rangeland Pastoral Systems in the Edwards Plateau of Texas

J. W. Walker, Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
J. L. Johnson, Texas Cooperative Extension
C. A. Taylor Jr., Texas Agricultural Experiment Station

Recreating Pastoralist Futures

T. J. P. Lynam, University of Zimbabwe

Land Use History and the Build-Up and Decline of Species Richness in Scandinavian Semi-Natural Grasslands

O. Eriksson, Stockholm University, Sweden
S. A. O. Cousins, Stockholm University, Sweden
R. Lindborg, Stockholm University, Sweden

How Herbivores Optimise Diet Quality and Intake in Heterogeneous Pastures, and the Consequences for Vegetation Dynamics

R. Baumont, Institut National de la Recherche en Agronomique, France
Cécile Ginane, Institut National de la Recherche en Agronomique , France
F. Garcia, Institut National de la Recherche en Agronomique , France
P. Carrère, Institut National de la Recherche en Agronomique , France

Nutritional Value of Pasture Forage for Sheep in Krkonoše National Park

P. Homolka, Research Institute of Animal Production, Czech Republic

The Performance of Cattle on Lowland Species-Rich Neutral Grassland at Three Contrasting Grazing Pressures

B. A. Griffith, IGER North Wyke, UK
J. R.B. Tallowin, IGER North Wyke, UK

Characterising the Fermentation Capabilities of Gut Microbial Populations from Different Breeds of Cattle and Sheep Grazing Heathland

D. R. Davies, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
M. D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
V. J. Theobald, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
E. L. Bakewell, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Effects of Breed and Stage of Growing Season on the Metabolic Profile of Sheep Grazing Moorland

V. J. Theobald, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
M. D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
J. M. Moorby, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Effect of Mixed and Sequential Grazing by Cattle and Sheep of Upland Permanent Pasture on Liveweight Gain

M. D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
J. E. Vale, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
J. G. Evans, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Effect on Sward Botanical Composition of Mixed and Sequential Grazing by Cattle and Sheep of Upland Permanent Pasture in the UK

J. E. Vale, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
M. D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
J. G. Evans, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Riparian Management in Intensive Grazing Systems for Improved Biodiversity and Environmental Quality: Productive Grazing, Healthy Rivers

S. R. Aarons, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
M. Jones-Lennon, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
P. Papas
N. Ainsworth
F. Ede
J. Davies

Contributions of the United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service to Conserving Grasslands on Private Lands in the United States

L. Peter Heard, U.S. Department of Agriculture, USA

An Ecosystem Modelling Approach to Rehabilitating Semi-Desert Rangelands of North Horr, Kenya

G. A. Olukoye, Kenyatta University, Kenya
W. N. Wamicha, Kenyatta University, Kenya
J. I. Kinyamario, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Selecting Grassland Species for Saline Environments

M. E. Rogers, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
A. D. Craig, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
T. D. Colmer, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
R. Munns, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
S. J. Hughes, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
P. M. Evans, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
P. G. H. Nichols, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
R. Snowball, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
D. Henry, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
J. Deretic, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
B. Dear, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia
M. Ewing, Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-Based Management of Dryland Salinity, Australia

Reasons for the Premature Decline in Astragalus Adsurgens Stands in Kerqin Sandy Land

Qizhong Sun, Grassland Research Institute, China
Z. L. Wang, Grassland Research Institute, China
J. G. Han, China Agricultural University, China
Y. W. Wang, China Agricultural University, China
G. R. Liu, Grassland Service Station of Chifeng City, China

Using the N-Alkane Technique to Estimate the Herbage Intake and Diet Composition of Cattle Grazing a Miscanthus Sinensis Grassland

Y. Zhang, China Agricultural University, China
Y. Togamura, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan
K. Otsuki, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan

Effect of Stocking Rate on a Stipa Breviflora Desert Steppe Community of Inner Mongolia

G. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
Walter D. Willms, Agriculture and AgriFood Canada, Canada
M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
A. Gao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
S. Jiao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
David R. Kemp, University of Sydney, Australia

Accumulation of Polyphenols and Major Bioactive Compounds in Plantago Lanceolata L. as a Medicinal Plant for Animal Health and Production

Y. Tamura, National Agricultural Research Centre for Tohoku Region, Japan
K. Yamaki, Japan International Research Centre for Agricultural Science, Japan

Effect of Urea-Treated Pennisetum Pedicellatum and Supplementation of Concentrates With Urea on Milk Production of “Mossi” Ewes

V. M. C. Bougouma-Yameogo, Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
A. J. Nianogo, Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Vegetation Dynamics of Campos Under Grazing/Fire Regimes in Southern Brazil

Fernando L. F. de Quadros, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
J. P. P. Trinidade, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
D. G. Bandinelli, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
L. Pötter, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil

Challenges in Modelling Live-Weight Change in Grazed Pastures in the Australian Subtropics

C. K. McDonald, CSIRO, Australia
A. J. Ash, CSIRO, Australia

Managing Resources by Grazing in Grasslands Dominated by Dominant Shrub Species

D. Magda, INRA, France
Cyril Agreil, INRA, France
Michel Meuret, INRA, France
E. Chambon-Dubreuil, INRA, France
P. -L. Osty, INRA, France

Predicting the Effects of Management on Upland Birds, Economy and Employment

S. M. Gardner, ADAS, UK
G. M. Buchanan, RSPB, Scotland
J. W. Pearce-Higgins, RSPB, Scotland
M. C. Grant, RSPB, Scotland
A. Waterhouse, SAC, Scotland

An Ecological and Economic Risk Avoidance Drought Management Decision Support System

R. K. Heitschmidt, USDA, Agricultural Research Service
L. T. Vermeire, USDA, Agricultural Research Service

Stocking Rate Theory and Profit Drivers in North Australian Rangeland Grazing Enterprises

Neil D. MacLeod, CSIRO, Australia
A. J. Ash, CSIRO, Australia
John G. McIvor, CSIRO, Australia

Protection of Agrobiodiversity: Model Calculations in Rhineland-Palatia: Costs and Implications for Farmers

H. Bergmann, University of Göttingen, Germany

Discovery and Functional Categorisation of Expressed Sequence Tags from Flowers of Eragrostis Curvula Genotypes Showing Different Ploidy Levels and Reproductive Modes

V. Echenique, Universidad Nacional del Sur, Argentina
S. Felitti, La Trobe University, Australia
N. Paniego, Instituto de Biotecnología, Argentina
L. Martelotto, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina
S. C. Pessino, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina
D. Zanazzi, Instituto de Biotecnología, Argentina
P. Fernández, Instituto de Biotecnología, Argentina
M. Díaz, Universidad Nacional del Sur, Argentina
P. Polci, Universidad Nacional del Sur, Argentina
G. C. Spangenberg, La Trobe University, Australia

Species Richness Affects Grassland Yield and Yield Stability Across Seasons, Sites and Years

David J. Barker, The Ohio State University, USA
Reuben M. Sulc, The Ohio State University, USA
M. R. Burgess, The Ohio State University, USA
T. L. Bultemeier, The Ohio State University, USA

Ingestive Behaviour of Steers in Native Pastures in Southern Brazil

C. E. Pinto, Empresa de Pesquisa Agropecuária e Extensão Rural do Estado de Santa Catarina, Brazil
Paulo C. de F. Carvalho, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
A. Frizzo, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
J. A.S.F. Júnior, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
T. M. S. Freitas, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Carlos Nabinger, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Production Per Animal and Use of Intake Estimatives to Predicted Animal Productivity in Pennisetum Purpureum cv. Mott and Cynodon spp cv. Tifton 85 Pastures

Fernando L. F. de Quadros, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
A. R. Maixner, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
Gilberto V. Kozloski, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
D. P. Montardo, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
A. Noronha, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
D. G. Bandinelli, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
M. da S. Brum, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
N. D. Aurélio, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil

Preference of Goats for Cool-Season Annual Clovers in the Southern United States

Thomas H. Terrill, Fort Valley State University
W. F. Whitehead, Fort Valley State University
G. Durham, University of Georgia
Carl S. Hoveland, University of Georgia
B. P. Singh, Fort Valley State University
S. Gelaye, Fort Valley State University

Species Richness, Species Identity and Ecosystem Function in Managed Temperate Grasslands

S. C. Goslee, U.S. Department of Agriculture
M. A. Sanderson, U.S. Department of Agriculture
K. Soder, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Modelling Grazing Animal Distributional Patterns Using Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis Techniques

M. R. George, University of California at Davis
N. R. Harris, University of Alaska
N. K. McDougald, University of California at Davis
M. Louhaichi, Oregon State University
M. D. Johnson, University of Southern California
D. E. Johnson, Oregon State University
K. R. Smith, Oregon State University

A Molecular Study of Alfalfa Megasporogenesis

D. Rosellini, Università di Perugia, Italy
Stefano Capomaccio, Università di Perugia, Italy
F. Veronesi, Università di Perugia, Italy

Grazing Suitability of Various Napier Grass Varieties in Paddocks of Different Ages

Yasuyuki Ishii, University of Miyazaki, Japan
M. M. Mukhtar, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Sayan Tudsri, Kasetsart University, Thailand
Sachiko Idota, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Y. Nakamura, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Kiichi Fukuyama, University of Miyazaki, Japan

Herbage Quality of Dwarf Napier Grass Under a Rotational Cattle Grazing System Two Years After Establishment

Yasuyuki Ishii, University of Miyazaki, Japan
A. A. Sunusi, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
M. M. Mukhtar, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Sachiko Idota, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Kiichi Fukuyama, University of Miyazaki, Japan

Rainfall and Grazing Impacts on the Population Dynamics of Bothriochloa Ewartiana in Tropical Australia

D. M. Orr, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
Peter J. O'Reagain, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia

Heterogeneous Nutrient Distribution Across Dairy Grazing Systems in Southeastern Australia

C. J. P. Gourley, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
I. Awty, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
P. A. Durling, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
J. Collins, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
A. Melland, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
S. R. Aarons, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia

An Evaluation of Grazing Value of Maize and Companion Crops for Wintering Lactating Ewes

E. A. van Zyl, Dundee Research Station, South Africa
C. S. Dannhauser, University of the North, South Africa

A New Perennial Legume to Combat Dryland Salinity in South-Western Australia

L. W. Bell, The University of Western Australia
M. A. Ewing, The University of Western Australia
M. Ryan, The University of Western Australia
S. J. Bennett, The University of Western Australia
G. A. Moore, The University of Western Australia

The Milk Yield by Cinisara Cows in Different Management Systems: 2. Effect of Season of Production

M. Alabiso, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
C. Giosuè, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
M. L. Alicata, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Parrino, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy

Detecting Fauna Habitat in Semi-Arid Grasslands Using Satellite Imagery

N. A. Bruce, Charles Sturt University, Australia
Ian D. Lunt, Charles Sturt University, Australia
M. Abuzar, Institute of Sustainable Irrigated Agriculture, Australia
M. Mitchell, Rutherglen Research Institute, Australia

Pasture Management in Deer Farms in Mauritius

P. Grimaud, CIRAD, France
P. Thomas, UAFP, France
J. Sauzier, MDFCSL, Mauritius

Constraints on Dairy Cattle Production from Locally Available Forages in Bangladesh

M. A. S. Khan, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh

The Effect of Harvest Management on Forage Production and Self-Reseeding Potential of Italian Ryegrass (Lolium Multiflorum L.)

P. W. Bartholomew, USDA
R. D. Williams, USDA

The Influence of Fertiliser Application to Strip-Sown Grasslands on Herbage Production and Quality

A. Kohoutek, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
P. Komárek, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
V. Odstrčilová, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
P. Nerušil, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic

Ear Emergence of Different Grass Species Under Finnish Growing Conditions

M. Niskanen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
O. Niemeläinen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
L. Jauhiainen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland

Effects of Sowing Date and Phosphorus Fertiliser Application on Winter Survival of Lucerne cv. Aohan in the Northern Semi-Arid Region of China

Z. L. Wang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Q. Zh. Sun, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Y. W. Wang, College of Animal Science and Technology, China
Zh. Y. Li, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Sh. F. Zhao, Grassland Service Station of Linxi County, China

A Comprehensive Analysis of Gene Expression and Genomic Alterations in a Newly Formed Autotetraploid of Paspalum Notatum

L. G. Martelotto, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina
J. P. A. Ortiz, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina
F. Espinoza, Institute of Botany of the North-East, Argentina
C. L. Quarin, Institute of Botany of the North-East, Argentina
S. C. Pessino, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina

The Effect of Alternative Soil Amendments on the Botanical Composition, Basal Cover, Dry Matter Production and Chemical Properties of Re-Vegetated Mine Land

Wayne F. Truter, University of Pretoria, South Africa
N. F. G. Rethman, University of Pretoria, South Africa

Optimization of the Pasture Resource in Boundary Environments as a Basis for Regional Nature Management

M. V. Rogova, Institute of Geography SB RAS, Russia

Effects of Landscape Structure on Plants Species Richness in Small Grassland Remnants in Two Different Landscapes

S. A. O. Cousins, Stockholm University, Sweden
O. Eriksson, Stockholm University, Sweden

Grazing, Biodiversity and Pastoral Vegetation in the South Sudanien Area of Burkina Faso

E. Botoni-Liehoun, INERA Farako-Bâ, Burkina Faso
P. Daget, CIRAD, France

Australian Pasture Systems: The Perennial Compromise

L. W. Bell, The University of Western Australia, Australia
M. A. Ewing, The University of Western Australia, Australia

Andean Pastures in the Fourth Region of Chile: Marginal Lands and Vital Spaces for a Transhumance System

T. S. Koné, Institut de Recherche pour le Développement, France
R. Osorio, Universidad de la Serena, Chile
J. -M. Fotsing, Institut de Recherche pour le Développement, France

Rangeland as a Common Property Resource: Contrasting Insights from Communal Areas of Central Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

J. E. Bennett, Coventry University, UK
H. R. Barrett, Coventry University, UK

Modelling the Encroachment of Farmhouse Culture on Private Village Pastures and Its Environmental Fall-Out in Northern Western Ghats, India

S. B. Nalavade, RANWA, India
K. R. Sahasrabuddhe, RANWA, India
A. A. Patwardhan, RANWA, India

Marker-Assisted Selection for Fibre Concentration in Smooth Bromegrass

C. Stendal, University of Wisconsin-Madison
M. D. Casler, University of Wisconsin-Madison
G. Jung, University of Wisconsin-Madison

A Decision Support System for Rangeland Management in Degrading Environments

R. G. Bennett, Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs, South Africa
F. J. Mitchell, Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs, South Africa

Grazing Impacts on Rangeland Condition in Semi-Arid South-Western Africa

A. Rothauge, Neudamm Agricultural College, Namibia
G. N. Smit, University of the Free State, South Africa
A. L. Abate, University of Namibia, Namibia

Soil, Plant and Livestock Interactions in Australian Tropical Savannas

L. P. Hunt, CSIRO, Australia
T. Z. Dawes-Gromadzki, CSIRO, Australia

The Biodiversity Value of ‘Improved’ and ‘Unimproved’ Saline Agricultural Land and Adjacent Remnant Vegetation in South Australia

M. L. Hebart, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
N. J. Edwards, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
E. A. Abraham, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
A. D. Craig, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia

Do Species and Functional Diversity Indices Reflect Changes in Grazing Regimes and Climatic Conditions in Northeastern Spain?

F. de Bello, Forestry and Technology Centre of Catalonia, Spain
J. Leps, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
M. T. Sebastià, Forestry and Technology Centre of Catalonia, Spain

Eating Biodiversity: Investigating the Links Between Grassland Biodiversity and Quality Food Production

A. Hopkins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
H. Buller, University of Exeter, UK
C. Morris, University of Exeter, UK
J. D. Wood, University of Bristol, UK

Herders and Wetland Degradation in Northern Cameroon

E. Tedonkeng Pamo, University of Dschang, Cameroon
F. Tendonkeng, University of Dschang, Cameroon
J. R. Kana, University of Dschang, Cameroon

How to Simplify Tools for Natural Grassland Characterisation Based on Biological Measures Without Losing Too Much Information?

P. Ansquer, INRA, France
P. Cruz, INRA, France
J. P. Theau, INRA, France
E. Lecloux, INRA, France
M. Duru, INRA, France

Alternative Land Use Options for Philippine Grasslands: A Bioeconomic Modeling Approach Using the WaNuLCAS Model

D. B. Magcale-Macandog, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
E. Abucay, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
P. A. B. Ani, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines

Forage Development in the Nepal Mid-Hills: New Perspectives

A. D. Robertson, "Oaky Creek" Wilson's Downfall, Australia

Is Biodiversity Declining in the Traditional Haymeadows of Skye and Lochalsh, Scotland?

G. E. D. Tiley, Scottish Agricultural College, UK
D. G. L. Jones, SAC Advisory Office, UK

A Simple Vegetation Criterion (NDF Content) May Account for Diet Choices of Cattle Between Forages Varying in Maturity Stage and Physical Accessibility

Cécile Ginane, INRA, France
R. Baumont, INRA, France

Spatial Scale of Heterogeneity Affects Diet Choice but Not Intake in Beef Cattle

S. Mark Rutter, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
J. E. Cook, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
K. L. Young, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
R. A. Champion, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Diversity of Diet Composition Decreases with Conjoint Grazing of Cattle with Sheep and Goats

A. M. Nicol, Lincoln University, New Zealand
M. B. Soper, Lincoln University, New Zealand
A. Stewart, PGG Seeds, New Zealand

The Impact of Vegetation Structure and Spatial Heterogeneity on Invertebrate Biodiversity Within Upland Landscapes

L. Cole, Scottish Agricultural College, UK
M. L. Pollock, Scottish Agricultural College, UK
D. Robertson, Scottish Agricultural College, UK
J. P. Holland, Scottish Agricultural College, UK
D. I. McCraken, Scottish Agricultural College, UK

Belowground Meristem Populations as Regulators of Grassland Dynamics

Harmony J. Dalgleish, Kansas State University
D. C. Hartnett, Kansas State University

Yield and Mineral Concentration Changes in Maize and Italian Ryegrass Cropping Systems

Sachiko Idota, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Yasuyuki Ishii, University of Miyazaki, Japan

Productivity of Sahiwal and Friesian–Sahiwal Crossbreds in Marginal Grasslands of Kenya

W. B. Muhuyi, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya
F. B. Lukibisi, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya
S. N. ole Sinkeet, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya

The Influence of Harvest Period and Fertilisation on the Yield of Some Mixed Grass and Leguminous Species Under the Forest Steppe Conditions of North-East Romania

V. Vintu, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
C. Samuil, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
T. Iacob, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
St. Postolache, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania

Increasing the Productive Potential of Permanent Grasslands From the Forest Steppe Area of Romania

V. Vintu, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
C. Samuil, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
T. Iacob, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania
St. Postolache, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, Romania

Nutritive Value of Alopecurus Pratensis, Festuca Rubra, Arrhenatherum Elatius and Lolium Perenne Grown in the South of Belgium

A. Nivyobizi, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium
A. G. Deswysen, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium
D. Dehareng, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium
A. Peeters, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium
Y. Larondelle, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium

The Influence of Management on Health Status of Festuca Rubra in Mountain Meadows

B. Voženílková, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
F. Klimeš, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
J. Květ, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
Z. Mašková, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
B. Čermák, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
K. Suchý, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic

Forage Arachis in Nepal: A Simple Success

A. D. Robertson, "Oaky Creek" Wilson's Downfall, Australia

Grazing Prohibition Programme and Sustainable Development of Grassland in China

X. Y. Hou, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
L. Yang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China

Hedgerow Systems and Livestock in Philippine Grasslands: GHG Emissions

D. B. Magcale-Macandog, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
E. Abucay, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
R. G. Visco, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
R. N. Miole, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
E. L. Abas, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
G. M. Comajig, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines
A. D. Calub, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines

Agroforestry Systems in Cuba: Some Aspects of Animal Production

J. M. Iglesias, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
L. Simón, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
L. Lamela, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
I. Hernández, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
M. Milera, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
T. Sánchez, Estación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba

Optimising Forage Production on Degraded Lands in the Dry Tropics Through Silvopastoral Systems

P. S. Pathak, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India

Growth Performance of Crossbred Steers on Unfertilised Mountain Pastures at Low Stocking Rates

A. Chassot, Agroscope Liebefeld-Posieux, Switzerland
J. Troxler, Agroscope Liebefeld-Posieux, Switzerland

Cow-Calf Production on Perennial Pastures in the Central Semi-Arid Region of Argentina

C. A. Frasinelli, INTA, Argentina
K. Frigerio, INTA, Argentina
J. Martínez Ferrer, INTA, Argentina
J. H. Veneciano, INTA, Argentina

The Milk Yield by Cinisara Cows in Different Management Systems: 1. Effect of Season of Calving

C. Giosuè, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
M. Alabiso, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
M. L. Alicata, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Parrino, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy

GLM+ Delivers Improved Natural Resource Management and Production Outcomes to Extensive Grazing Properties in the Savannas of Semi-Arid North Queensland, Australia

Joe W. Rolfe, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
K. Shaw, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia

Profitable and Sustainable Grazing Systems for Livestock Producers with Saline Land in Southern Australia

N. J. Edwards, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
D. G. Masters, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
Edward G. Barrett-Lennard, Department of Agriculture Western Australia, Australia
M. Hebart, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
M. McCaskill, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
W. King, NSW Department of Primary Industries, Australia
W. Mason, SGSL Coordinator, Australia

Sustainable Semi-Arid Grazing Management Based on Indigenous Shona Practices Prior to Introduction of Western Ideas in Zimbabwe

O. Mugweni, Njeremoto Biodiversity Institute, Zimbabwe
R. Mugweni, Njeremoto Biodiversity Institute, Zimbabwe

Inner Mongolian Herders Move Toward Sustainability and Elevate Their Incomes from Cashmere Goat Production by Reducing Grazing Pressure on Fragile Grasslands

B. P. Fritz, CIDA China-Canada Sustainable Agriculture Project, Canada
M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China

Working Within Constraints: Managing African Savannas for Animal Production and Biodiversity

J. T. du Toit, Utah State University

The Long Road to Developing Native Herbaceous Summer Forage Legume Ecotypes

James P. Muir, Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
T. J. Butler, Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
W. R. Ocumpaugh, Texas Agricultural Experiment Station

Mortality Model for a Perennial Grass in Australian Semi-Arid Wooded Grasslands Grazed by Sheep

K. C. Hodgkinson, CSIRO, Australia
W. J. Muller, CSIRO, Australia

Grazing Animal Production Systems and Grazing Land Characteristics in a Semi-Arid Region of Greece

I. Hadjigeorgiou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
G. Economou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
D. Lolis, Directorate for Rural Development, Greece
N. Moustakas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
G. Zervas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece

The Productivity of Coastal Meadows in Finland

R. Nevalainen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
A. Huuskonen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
S. Jaakola, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
J. Kiljala, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
E. Joki-Tokola, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland

Fertiliser Responses and Soil Test Calibrations for Grazed Pastures in Australia

C. J. P. Gourley, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
A. Melland, KIP Consultancy Services Pty Ltd, Australia
K. I. Peverill, KIP Consultancy Services Pty Ltd, Australia
P. Strickland, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
J. M. Scott, University of New England, Australia

The Effect of Different Grazing Managements on Upland Grassland

V. Pavlů, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
Michal Hejcman, Czech University of Agriculture, Czech Republic
L. Pavlů, Jizerské Mts. Protected Landscape Area Administration, Czech Republic
Jan Gaisler, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic

The Effect of Fertiliser Treatment on the Development of Rangelands in Argentina

Ezequiel M. Latorre, Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mónica B. Sacido, Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Effect of Pre-Planting Seed Treatment Options on Dormancy Breaking and Germination of Ziziphus Mucronata

Abubeker Hassen, University of Pretoria, South Africa
N. F. G. Rethman, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Willem A. van Niekerk, University of Pretoria, South Africa

A Genecological Study of the Widespread Australian Native Grass Austrodanthonia Caespitosa (Gaudich.) H.P. Linder.

C. M. Waters, Charles Sturt University, Australia
James M. Virgona, Charles Sturt University, Australia
Gavin J. Melville, Department of Primary Industries, Australia

An Agronomic Evaluation of Grazing Maize Combined with Companion Crops for Sheep in Northwestern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

C. S. Dannhauser, University of the North, South Africa
E. A. van Zyl, Dundee Research Station, South Africa

Growth, Nitrogen and Phosphorus Economy in Two Lotus Glaber Mill. Cytotypes Grown Under Contrasting P-Availability

D. H. Cogliatti, Universidad del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
L. A. Lett, Universidad del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
M. S. Barufaldi, Universidad del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
P. Segura, Universidad del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
J. A. Cardozo, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Argentina

The Potential for Summer-Dormant Perennial Grasses in Mediterranean and Semi-Arid Pastures

F. Lelièvre, INRA, France
Florence Volaire, INRA, France
P. Chapon, INRA, France
M. Norton, NSW Department of Primary Industries, Australia

Improvement of Native Perennial Forage Plants for Sustainability of Mediterranean Farming Systems

F. Lelièvre, INRA, France
Florence Volaire, INRA, France