Offered Papers Theme B: Grassland and the Environment

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The Use of Long-Term Modelling in Analysing N2O Abatement Strategies in Dairy Pastures

Richard J. Eckard, University of Melbourne, Australia
I. R. Johnson, IMJ Consultants, Australia
D. F. Chapman, University of Melbourne, Australia

Carbon Sequestration in Pasture and Silvo-Pastoral Systems in Ecosystems of the Latin American Tropics

M. C. Amézquita, CIAT, Colombia
M. Ibrahim, CIAT, Colombia

The Carbon Balance of Long Term and Newly Established Temperate Grasslands

J. Clifton-Brown, University College Dublin, Ireland
G. Lanigan, University College Dublin, Ireland
R. B. Taylor, University College Dublin, Ireland
J. I. Burke, Teagasc, Ireland
M. B. Jones, University College Dublin, Ireland

Carbon Sequestration in Irrigated Pastures

Glenn E. Shewmaker, University of Idaho
J. A. Entry, U.S. Department of Agriculture
R. E. Sojka, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Proanthocyanidins from Hedysarum, Lotus and Onobrychis spp. Growing in Sardinia and Sicily and Their Antioxidant Activity

A. Tava, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy
M. G. De Benedetto, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy
D. Tedesco, Università di Milano, Italy
G. Di Miceli, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Piluzza, Istituto per il Sistema Produzione Animale in Ambiente Mediterraneo, Italy

Inheritance of Yield, Morphological and Quality Characteristics in Cocksfoot (Dactylis glomerata)

A. A. Jafari, Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Iran
H. M. Arefi, Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Iran
H. Nasri, Islamic Azad University, Iran

Reproductive Allocation in Brassica kaber

Caroline Brophy, University College Dublin, Ireland
John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland
P. M. Wayne, Harvard University
D. J. Gibson, Southern Illinois University

Effect of Red and White Clover Added to a Rye Grass-Based Diet on Intake, Fibre Digestion and Methane Release of Dairy Cows

Anette H. van Dorland, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland
Michael Kreuzer, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland
M. Leuenberger, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland
H. R. Wettstein, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland

Catch-Up in Response to Elevated CO2 - A Study of Genotypes of 12 Grassland Species

E. Wright, University College Dublin, Ireland
John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland
Andreas Lüscher, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland

Nitrogen Leaching from a Timothy Sward Following Application of Anaerobically Digested Cattle Slurry in Japan

T. Matsunaka, Rakuno Gakuen University, Japan
T. Sawamoto, Rakuno Gakuen University, Japan
H. Ishmura, Rakuno Gakuen University, Japan
K. Takakura, Rakuno Gakuen University, Japan
A. Takekawa, Rakuno Gakuen University, Japan

Methane Emissions of Dairy Cows in Irish Spring-Calving, Grass Based Production Systems

Frank O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland
D. K. Lovett, University College Dublin, Ireland

A Systems Approach to Managing Greenhouse Gases on New Zealand Sheep and Beef Farms

M. G. Lambert, AgResearch Grasslands, New Zealand
H. Clark, AgResearch Grasslands, New Zealand

The Effect of Legume/Grass Pasture on Soil Organic Carbon

Z. Kadziuliene, The Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania
Alvyra Slepetiene, The Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania

Impact of Climate Change on Potential Distribution and Relative Abundance of the Migratory Grasshopper (Orthoptera: Acrididae) In the Prairie Ecosystem of Canada

Owen Olfert, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada
R. Weiss, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada

Dormant-Season Carbon Fluxes in Humid-Temperate Pastures

Howard Skinner, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Sources and Sinks of Greenhouse Gases from European Grasslands and Mitigation Options: The ‘GreenGrass’ Project

Jean-François Soussana, INRA, France
V. Allard
P. Ambus
C. Amman
P. Berbigier
C. Campbell
P. Cellier
E. Ceschia
P. Ciais
J. Clifton-Brown
S. Czóbel
R. Domingues
T. de Groot
R. Falcimagne
C. Flechard
J. Fuhrer
G. Gaborit
L. Horváth
A. Hensen
M. B. Jones
S. Jones
G. Kasper
K. Klumpp
P. Laville
C. Martin
C. Milford
Z. Nagy
A. Neftel
E. Nemitz
J. E. Olesen
A. Patterson
K. Pilegaard
A. Raschi
R. Rees
U. Skiba
P. Stefani
S. Salètes
P. Smith
M. A. Sutton
Z. Tuba
A. van Amstel
a. van den Pol-van Dasselaar
N. Viovy
N. Vuichard
M. Wattenbach
T. Wedinger

Net Ecosystem Productivity of a Grassland in Comparison with an Arable and a Forest Ecosystem

Phillip A. Davis, University College Dublin, Ireland
K. Black, University College Dublin, Ireland
J. Clifton-Brown, University College Dublin, Ireland
G. Lanigan, University College Dublin, Ireland
J. Burke, Teagasc, Ireland
A. Fortune, Teagasc, Ireland
M. B. Jones, University College Dublin, Ireland
B. Osborne, University College Dublin, Ireland

Fluxes of CO2 and N2O from Soils of a Grazed Pasture in Ireland

S. Kumar, University of Dublin, Ireland
M. Abdalla, University of Dublin, Ireland
P. Ambus, Riso National Laboratory, Denmark
A. McCourt, University of Dublin, Ireland
J. Clifton-Brown, IGER, Wales
J. Burke, Teagasc, Ireland
M. Jones, University of Dublin, Ireland
M. L. Willliams, University of Dublin, Ireland

An Examination of the Diurnal Variability in Nitrous Oxide Emissions

B. P. Hyde, Teagasc, Ireland
A. F. Fanning, Teagasc, Ireland
M. Ryan, Teagasc, Ireland
O. T. Carton, Teagasc, Ireland

Dynamics of Long-Term Carbon Sequestration on Rangelands in the Western USA

G. E. Schuman, U.S. Department of Agriculture
L. J. Ingram, University of Wyoming
P. D. Stahl, University of Wyoming
G. F. Vance, University of Wyoming

Long-Term Responses of a Mesic Grassland to Manipulation of Rainfall Quantity and Pattern

A. K. Knapp, Colorado State University
J M. Blair, Colorado State University
P. A. Fay, Colorado State University
M. D. Smith, Colorado State University
S. L. Collins, Colorado State University
J. M. Briggs, Colorado State University

Forage Grass Phenology in Relation to Climate Change

G. Żurek, Plant Breeding and Acclimatisation Institute, Poland

The Effect of Extremes in Soil Moisture Content on Perennial Ryegrass Growth

A. Scott Laidlaw, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, UK

Shifts in N-Efficiency of Different Farm Types in Response to Climate Change

S. Dueri, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland
P. L. Calanca, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland
Juerg Fuhrer, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland

Yield Progress of Perennial Ryegrass and Silage Maize - Genetic Gain or Climate Change?

Antje Herrmann, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany
A. Kornher, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany
Friedhelm Taube, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany

Targeted Seasonal Climate Forecasts Offer More to Pastoralists

David H. Cobon, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
J. N. Park
K. L. Bell, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
I. W. Watson, Department of Agriculture, Australia
W. Fletcher, Department of Agriculture, Australia
M. Young, Department of Agriculture, Australia

Potential Climate Change Impacts on Beef Production Systems in Australia

David H. Cobon, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
K. L. Bell, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
G. M. McKeon, Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Australia
J. F. Clewett, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
S. Crimp, Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Australia

Nitrogen Fluxes in Grassland in Response to Inter-Annual Climate Variability

Pierluigi L. Calanca, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland
Juerg Fuhrer, Agroscope FAL Reckenholz, Switzerland

Modelling Effects of Agricultural Policies on Regional Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Cattle Raising Production Systems in Baden-Württemberg (Southwest Germany)

Henry Neufeldt, Institute for Energy and Environment, Germany
M. Schäfer, University of Hohenheim, Germany
E. Angendt, University of Hohenheim, Germany
M. Kaltschmitt, Institute for Energy and Environment, Germany
J. Zeddies, University of Hohenheim, Germany

Modelling Nitrous Oxide Emissions from Grazed Grasslands in New Zealand

Surinder Saggar, Landcare Research, New Zealand
D. L. Giltrap, Landcare Research, New Zealand
C. Li, University of New Hampshire
Carolyn B. Hedley, Landcare Research, New Zealand
K. R. Tate, Landcare Research, New Zealand
S. Lambie, Landcare Research, New Zealand

Cattle Overwintering Areas in Middle-European Conditions - Important “Point” Sources Of Nitrous Oxide Emissions

M. Šimek, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic
J. Hynšt, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
P. Brůček, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
J. Čuhel, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
D. Elhottová, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic
H. Šantrůčková, University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
V. Kamír, Farm Borová, Czech Republic

A Simulation Study of Nitrous Oxide Emissions from a Fertilised, Grazed Grassland Site in Ireland

Michael J. Hawkins, University College Dublin, Ireland
J. Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland
B. Hyde, Teagasc, Ireland
M. Ryan, Teagasc, Ireland
R. P. O. Schulte, Teagasc, Ireland

Effects of Tropical Legumes with Contrasting Tannin Contents and Mixtures of Them on in Vitro Ruminal Fermentation and Methanogenesis

H. D. Hess, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland
F. L. Valencia, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical, Colombia
P. Avila, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical, Colombia
C. E. Lascano, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical, Colombia
Michael Kreuzer, ETH-Zürich, Switzerland

Comparison of Methodological Tools in Tropical Soil Carbon Sequestration Field Research

Bram van Putten, Wageningen University and Research Centre, The Netherlands
M. C. Amézquita, CIAT, Colombia

Carbon Accumulation Under Brachiaria Pastures in the Brazilian Cerrado in Relation to Their Productivity

R. M. Boddey, EMBRAPA, Brazil
S. P. Braz, EMBRAPA, Brazil
R. S. M. dos Santos, EMBRAPA, Brazil
B. J. R. Alves, EMBRAPA, Brazil
S. Urquiaga, EMBRAPA, Brazil

Methane Production by Cattle Grazed at Two Stocking Rates on a Semi-Natural Grassland

Cesar S. Pinares-Patiño, AgResearch, New Zealand
Y. Rochette, INRA, France
M. Fabre, INRA, France
J.-P. Jouany, INRA, France
C. Martin, INRA, France

Cattle Slurry Amended with Nitrification Inhibitors: Effects on Nitrous Oxide, Dinitrogen and Methane Emissions

J. P. Carneiro, Escola Superior Agrária de Castelo Branco, Portugal
L. Cardenas, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
D. Hatch, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
H. Trindade, Universidade de Trás os Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal
J. Hawkins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
David Scholefield, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
D. Chadwick, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

The Influence of Local Immigration and Extinction of Species on Spatial Heterogeneity of Vegetation in Semi-natural Grasslands in Japan

Taisuke Yasuda, Yamanashi Institute of Environmental Sciences, Japan
Masae Shiyomi, Ibaraki University, Japan
T. Egawa, Ibaraki University, Japan
K. Sei, Ibaraki University, Japan
R. Ishikawa, Ibaraki University, Japan
S. Takahashi, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan

Quantification of CO2 Exchange in Grassland Ecosystems of the World Using Tower Measurements, Modeling and Remote Sensing

Tagir Gilmanov, South Dakota State University
M. W. Demment
B. K. Wylie
K. Akshalov
D. D. Baldocchi
L. Belelli
J. A. Bradford
G. G. Burba
R. L. Coulter
W. A. Dugas
W. E. Emmerich
L. B. Flanagan
A. B. Frank
J. Fuher
M. R. Haferkamp
M. B. Jones
D. A. Johnson
T. Laurila
A. Lohila
T. P. Meyers
P. C. Mielnick
J. A. Morgan
M. Nasyrov
C. E. Owensby
M. S. Pekour
K. Pilegaard
A. Raschi
N. Z. Saliendra
M. J. Sanz
P. L. Sims
R. H. Skinner
J. F. Sousanna
A. E. Suyker
L. L. Tieszen
Z. Tuba
R. Valentini
S. B. Verma
E. A. Laca

The Effect of Soil Type and Climate on Modelled Greenhouse Gas Emissions Derived from Pasture Based Milk Production Systems

Dan K. Lovett, University College Dublin, Ireland
L. Shalloo, Teagasc, Ireland
P. Dillon, Teagasc, Ireland
Frank O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland

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

Field Measurements of Ruminal Methane of Cattle Grazing Tropical Grasses

M. P. Pedreira, Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Brazil
O. Primavesi, EMBRAPA, Brazil
M. A. Lima, EMBRAPA, Brazil
R. Frighetto, EMBRAPA, Brazil
T. T. Berchielli, Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Brazil

Methane of Animal Origin in Cattle Fed High or Low Tannin Sorghum Silage

T. T. Berchielli, Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Brazil
S. G. Oliveira, Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Brazil
M. P. Pedreira, Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Brazil
O. Primavesi, Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuária, Brazil
M. A. Lima, Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuária, Brazil
R. Frighetto, Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuária, Brazil

The Effect of Dairy Cow Genotype on Modelled Greenhouse Gas Emissions Derived from Pasture Based Milk Production Systems

Dan K. Lovett, University College Dublin, Ireland
L. Shalloo, Teagasc, Ireland
P. Dillon, Teagasc, Ireland
Frank O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland

The Nature of Sequestered Carbon in Different Irish Mineral Soils

C. M. Byrne, University of Limerick, Ireland
D. Fay, Teagasc, Ireland
J. A. Ferreira, University of Limerick, Ireland
M. H. B. Hayes, University of Limerick, Ireland

A Basis for Designing Policies to Optimize Soil Carbon Sequestration in Southeastern US Grasslands

Joel R. Brown, USDA National Resources Conservation Service
D. L. Faulkner, USDA National Resources Conservation Service

The Effect of Sheep Grazing at Two Stocking Rates on the Seedling Recruitment of Grassland Forbs

Johannes Isselstein, University of Göttingen, Germany
Markus Kowarschik, University of Göttingen, Germany
S. Bonn, University of Göttingen, Germany
M. Hofmann, University of Göttingen, Germany

Number and Viability of Seeds Recovered From Faeces of Ruminant Animals

Alaba O. Jolaosho, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
Olufemi S. Onifade, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
O. M. Arigbede, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
Jimoh A. Olanite, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
T. O. Akinola, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria

Population Changes of Invasive Annuals in California Annual and Perennial Grasslands

Richard King, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

Soil Carbon Sequestration Under Three Years of No-Till Forage Cropping Systems

D. H. Min, Michigan State University
J. D. DeYoung, Michigan State University
Richard Leep, Michigan State University

Impact of Grazing Regimes on Mean Sward Height: Implications for the Management of Bird Habitats in Agricultural Landscapes

M. Tichit, INRA, France
D. Durant, INRA, France
E. Kernéïs, INRA, France

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

Maintaining Grassland Plant Diversity While Controlling Woody Plant Encroachment

James Stubbendieck, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Kay L. Kottas, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
S. J. Tunnell, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
S. J. Palazzolo, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Sustainability of Permanent Grassland on a Low Moor Soil with Different N and K Nutrient Management

K. Orlovius, Agricultural Service of K+S KALI GmbH, Germany
J. Pickert, Landesamt für Verbraucherschutz und Landwirtschaft, Germany

Sustaining the Multi-Functionality of the Zamfara Reserve in Semi-Arid Nigeria: What is the Role of Co-Management?

B. F. Umar, Usman Danfodiyo University, Nigeria

Significance of Grasslands in Protected Forest Areas

C. M. Mishra, Forest Research Institute, India
A. Kumar, Forest Research Institute, India
B. C. Tiwari, Forest Research Institute, India
S. L. Singh, Forest Research Institute, India

The Valuation of Service of Recreation Function of Dalinor National Natural Reserve

G. Qiao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
H. Wang, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
G. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China

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

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

Agroforestry Systems in Cuba: Some Aspects of Animal Production

J. 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, stación Experimental de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba

Productivity of a Leucaena Leucocephala-Cynodon Nlemfuensis Silvopastoral System with Sheep in Yucatan, Mexico

J. G. Escobedo-Mex, Instituto Tecnológico Agropecuario, Mexico
L. Ramirez-Aviles, Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan, Mexico

The Influence of Tree Thinning and Tree Species on the Dry Matter Yield of Grasses of a Bush Encroached Semi-Arid Savanna in South Africa

G. N. Smit, University of the Free State, South Africa

Evolution and Ageing of Brachiaria Brizantha Pasture Component in a Silvopastoral System

M. Rakocevic, Embrapa, Brazil
F. C. de Oliveira, Embrapa, Brazil
J. Ribaski, Embrapa, Brazil
O. J. Lavoranti, Embrapa, Brazil

Effect of Tree Species and Density on Pasture Production in Galicia, Spain

A. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, Escuela Politécnica Superior Lugo, Spain
E. Fernández-Núñez, Escuela Politécnica Superior Lugo, Spain
M. R. Mosquera-Losada, Escuela Politécnica Superior Lugo, Spain

Effects of Tree and Tillage Systems on the Productivity of the Herbaceous Stratum in Silvopastoral Systems in the Southwest of Córdoba, Argentina

O. Plevich, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
C. Saroff, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
C. Cholaky, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
T. Pereyra, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
O. Barotto, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
H. Pagliaricci, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina

Ecosystem Management in Pasture Communities: Tools from Restoration Ecology

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

SAFE: A Framework for Assessing Sustainability Levels in Agricultural Systems

X. Sauvenier, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
C. Bielders, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
V. Brouckaert, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
V. Garcia, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
M. Hermy, Laboratorium voor Bos, Natuur en Landschap, Belgium
E. Mathijs, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium
B. Muys, Laboratorium voor Bos, Natuur en Landschap, Belgium
J. Valckx, Laboratorium voor Bos, Natuur en Landschap, Belgium
N. Van Cauwenbergh, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
M. Vanclooster, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
E. Wauters, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium
A. Peeters, Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium

Role of Grasslands and Grassland Management for Biogeochemical Cycles and Biodiversity. Setting up Long-Term Manipulation Experiments in France

G. Lemaire, INRA, France
Jean-François Soussana, INRA, France
J. C. Emile, INRA, France
A. Chabbi, INRA, France
F. Louault, INRA, France
P. Loiseau, INRA, France
Bertrand Dumont, INRA, France
X. Charrier, INRA, France

Phytosociological and Economical Properties of Some Water-Meadows of Nemunas, Lithuania

L. Baležentienė, The Lithuania University of Agriculture, Lithuania
E. Venskutonienė, The Lithuania University of Agriculture, Lithuania

Cost Efficiency of Agri-Environmental Schemes - Model Calculations in Central Europe For Grassland Extensification

H. Bergmann, University of Göttingen, Germany

Low Input Techniques for Firebreak Covering: Agronomic Aspects

S. Caredda, Department of Agronomic Sciences and Agricultural Plant Genetics, Italy
Antonello Franca, National Research Council, Italy
F. Sanna, Department of Agronomic Sciences and Agricultural Plant Genetics, Italy
G. Seddaiu, Department of Environmental Sciences and Plant Production, Italy

Agroecosystem Performances of Livestock Farms in a Mountain Area of Sicily

L. Stringi, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Alfieri, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Amato, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
A. S. Frenda, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
P. Iudicello, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy

Energy Use and Energy Use Efficiency of Specialised Dairy Farms in Flanders

Marijke Meul, Flemish Policy Research Center for Sustainable Agriculture, Belgium
Frank Nevens, Flemish Policy Research Center for Sustainable Agriculture, Belgium
I. Verbruggen, Flemish Policy Research Center for Sustainable Agriculture, Belgium
D. Reheul, Flemish Policy Research Center for Sustainable Agriculture, Belgium

Sustainable Grazing on Saline Land in Western Australia - Multidisciplinary Research Linking Producers and Scientists

Hayley C. Norman, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
D. G. Masters, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
M. G. Wilmot, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
A. J. Rintoul, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
R. Silberstein, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
E. Lefroy, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
T. York, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia

Silvopastoral Systems: Analyses of an Alternative to Open Swards

James H. McAdam, Queen's University Belfast, UK
M. R. Mosquera-Losada, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
V. Papanastasis, Aristotle University, Greece
Andrea Pardini, University of Florence, Italy
M. L. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Species-Rich Grassland as an Ecological Good in an Outcome-Based Payment Scheme

E. Bertke, Georg-Agust-Universität Göttingen, Germany
R. Marggraf, Georg-Agust-Universität Göttingen, Germany
Johannes Isselstein, Georg-Agust-Universität Göttingen, Germany

Cap Reform and Nitrate Restrictions: Implications for Irish Grass Based Dairy Production Systems

Anne Marie Butler, University College Dublin, Ireland
M. Wallace, University College Dublin, Ireland
P. Dillon, Teagasc, Ireland

Abiotic Resource Efficiency of Grassland Production Systems in North-West Europe

M. Wachendorf, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany
F. Taube, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany

Integrated Nutrient Management for Natural Grasslands of Mid-Hills of Himalayas

I. Dev, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
S. Narayana, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
R. Singh, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
B. Misri, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
S. Sareen, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
S. Radotra, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India

Nutrient Cycling in a Tropical Grazing Land Ecosystem of Southern India

K. S. T. K. Karunaichamy, Rubber Research Institute of India, India
Kailash Paliwal, Madurai Kamaraj University, India

Management Options to Reduce N-Losses from Ploughed Grass-Clover

J. de Wit, Louis Bolk Institute, The Netherlands
G. J. van der Burgt, Louis Bolk Institute, The Netherlands
N. van Eekeren, Louis Bolk Institute, The Netherlands

Modelling Urine Nitrogen Production and Leaching Losses for Pasture-Based Dairying Systems

I. M. Brookes, Massey University, New Zealand
D. J. Horne, Massey University, New Zealand

Validation of the Software “Recycling of Nutrients” in Dairy-Farms of Western Cuba

I. Rodríguez, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
Gustavo Crespo, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
M. F. Días, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
S. Fraga, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba

Micro-Field Assessment of Soil Erosion and Surface Runoff Using Mini Rainfall Simulator In Upper River Njoro Watershed in Kenya

J. O. Onyando, Egerton University, Kenya
M. O. Okelo, Egerton University, Kenya
C. M. Gichaba, Egerton University, Kenya
W. A. Shivoga, Egerton University, Kenya
S. N. Miller, University of Wyoming

Soil Quality Under Permanent and Annual Pastures: Its Implications for Soil Microbial Activity and Nutrient Turnover

R. J. Haynes, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
R. M. Milne, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
N. Miles, KwaZulu-Natal Department of the Agriculture, South Africa

Fire and Nutrient Cycling in Shortgrass Steppe of the Southern Great Plains, USA

Paulette L. Ford, Rocky Mountain Research Station, Albuquerque Lab
C. S. White, University of New Mexico

Effect of Earthworm Manure Fertilisation on Biomass Production and Mineral Content of Digitaria Swazilandensis

A. Paredes, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela
S. Camacaro, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela
W. Machado, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela

Accumulation and Decomposition Rates and N, P and K Returned to the Soil by the Litter of Tropical Legumes and Grasses

Gustavo Crespo, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
I. Rodríguez, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
M. F. Días, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
Sandra Lok, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba

Grazing Effects on Some Soil Characteristics in Lar Rangelands

S. A. Javadi, Islamic Azad University, Iran
M. Jafari, Islamic Azad University, Iran
Gh. Zahedi, Islamic Azad University, Iran

Soil Constraints (pH and Aluminium) for Legume Performance in Hill Country of Uruguay

Walter Ayala, INIA, Uruguay
R. E. Bermúdez, INIA, Uruguay

The Effect of Nitrogen Fixation and Plant Species on Ammonium and Amino Acids Soil Contents

F. Lesuffleur, INRA, France
S. Diquélou, INRA, France
A. Bré, INRA, France
J. B. Cliquet, INRA, France

Soil Enzyme Activities as Bio Indicators of Soil pH and Fertility in Temperate Grassland

Iker Mijangos, Basque Institute for Research and Agricultural Development, Spain
A. Ibarra, Basque Institute for Research and Agricultural Development, Spain
Isabel Albizu, Basque Institute for Research and Agricultural Development, Spain
Sorkunde Mendarte, Basque Institute for Research and Agricultural Development, Spain
Carlos Garbisu, Basque Institute for Research and Agricultural Development, Spain

Soil Microbial Diversity of an Artificial Caragana Korshinskii Plantation on the Loess Plateau of China

W. Zhang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
H. L. Wei, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
H. W. Gao, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Y. G. Hu, China Agricultural University, China

Influence of Grazing on Soil Microbial Communities on a Mixed Grass Prairie Ecosystem

L. J. Ingram, University of Wyoming
G. E. Schuman, U.S. Department of Agriculture
P. D. Stahl, University of Wyoming
J. Buyer, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Soil Organic Matter Along a Degradation Gradient in a Semi-Arid Rangeland of South Africa

Chris C. du Preez, University of the Free State, South Africa
Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa

Increase in Forage Maize Production by Bacterial Fertilisers

D. Egamberdiyeva, University of Agriculture, Centre of Agroecology, Uzbekistan
G. Hoflich, Institute for Primary Production and Microbial Ecology, Germany

Agronomic Characterisation of Sewage Sludge: Residual Effects

M. R. Mosquera-Losada, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
A. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Pasture Production After Sewage Sludge and Liming Application on Highlands in North West Spain

M. L. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
A. López-Díaz, Universitario de Plasencia, Spain
M. R. Mosquera-Losada, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Effect of Adding Moraine Soil or Shell Sand into Peat Soil on Soil Properties and Grass Yields in Western Norway

L. S. Sognnes, The Norwegian Crop Research Institute, Norway
G. Fystro, The Norwegian Crop Research Institute, Norway
S. Øpstad, The Norwegian Crop Research Institute, Norway

The Effect of Steel Industrial Residue-Enriched Soil on the Initial Growth and Heavy Metal Profiles of Elephantgrass

L. P. Passos, EMBRAPA, Brazil
M. F. Saldanha, EMBRAPA, Brazil
M. C. Vidigal, EMBRAPA, Brazil
J. C. De Crignis, EMBRAPA, Brazil
S. Sozzi, EMBRAPA, Brazil
F. J. S. Lédo, EMBRAPA, Brazil
R. C. Oliveira, EMBRAPA, Brazil

Agro-Ecological Effects of Sewage Sludge Application to Orchard Grass (Dactylis Glomerata) Fields

G. E. Merzlaya, All-Russia Research Institute of Agrochemistry, Russia
R. A. Afanasiev, All-Russia Research Institute of Agrochemistry, Russia
M. E. Shibaeva, All-Russia Research Institute of Agricultural Microbiology, Russia
I. A. Arkhipchenko, All-Russia Research Institute of Agricultural Microbiology, Russia

The Effect of Agricultural Practices on a Dairy Farm on Nitrate Leaching to 1m

M. Ryan, Teagasc, Ireland
K. McNamara, Teagasc, Ireland
D. Noonan, Teagasc, Ireland
O. T. Carton, Teagasc, Ireland
Caroline Brophy, University College Dublin, Ireland
John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland
E. Houtsma, University College Dublin, Ireland

Mechanical Aeration and Liquid Dairy Manure: Application Impacts on Grassland Runoff Water Quality and Yield

T. J. Basden, West Virginia University Extension Service
S. B. Shah, West Virginia University Extension Service
J. L. Miller, West Virginia University Extension Service

Nitrate Leaching in the Meadows of Western Lithuania with Different Liming and Fertilisation Levels

Ruta Butkute, Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania
N. Daugeliene, Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania

Effect of Long-Term Nutrient Management Strategies for Pastures on Phosphorus in Surface Runoff and Soil Quality

G. L. Mullins, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
J. P. Fontenot, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
G. A. Alloush, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
G. Johnson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
D. G. Boyer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
V. G. Allen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
G. Scaglia, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Nitrogen and Phosphorus Losses in Runoff on Beef Production Systems

Marta Alfaro, National Institute for Agricultural Research, Chile
F. J. Salazar, National Institute for Agricultural Research, Chile
N. G. Teuber, National Institute for Agricultural Research, Chile
S. P. Iraira, National Institute for Agricultural Research, Chile
L. A. Ramirez, National Institute for Agricultural Research, Chile

Effects of Nitrogen Fertiliser on Nitrate Leaching and Production of Autumn-Sown Italian Ryegrass in a Double-Cropping System on a New Zealand Dairy Farm

Errol R. Thom, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand
A. A. Judge, AgResearch, New Zealand
R. N. Jensen, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand
M. S. Sprosen, AgResearch, New Zealand
Sterwart F. Ledgard, AgResearch, New Zealand
W. D. Catto, Ballance Agri-Nutrients, New Zealand

Reducing Soil Phosphorus Buildup from Animal Manure Application

G. W. Evers, Texas A&M University

Nitrogen Balance and Soil Nitrates in Suckler Cow Pastures Fertilised with Mineral Fertiliser, Pig Slurry or Cattle Compost

Isabelle Dufrasne, University of Liège, Belgium
J. F. Cabaraux, University of Liège, Belgium
L. Istasse, University of Liège, Belgium
J. L. Hornick, University of Liège, Belgium

Nitrogen Response of Spring and Winter Wheat to Biosolids Compared to Chemical Fertiliser

W. Kato, Teagasc, Ireland
O. T. Carton, Teagasc, Ireland
D. McGrath, Teagasc, Ireland
H. Tunney, Teagasc, Ireland
W. E. Murphy, Teagasc, Ireland
P. O'Toole, University College Dublin, Ireland

Supplementation of Cattle with Rock Phosphate and Urea Treated Straw to Improve Manure Quality and Crop Yields in the Sahel Zone of Senegal

Maimouna Cissé, Senegalese Institute of Agricultural Research, Senegal
M. N’Diaye, Senegalese Institute of Agricultural Research, Senegal
C. M. N'Dione, Senegalese Institute of Agricultural Research, Senegal

Combinations of Nitrogen and Sulphur for Signal Grass Yield

F. A. Monteiro, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
C. P. Silveira, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil

Effects of Cattle Slurry, Their Solid and Liquid Fractions and Mineral N Fertilizers on Italian Ryegrass and Maize Forage Yield

H. Trindade, Universidade de Trás os Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal
J. Coutinho, Universidade de Trás os Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal
N. Moreira, Universidade de Trás os Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal

Effect of Mineral Fertiliser Levels on the Yield Quality of Perennial Ryegrass

S. R. Bumane, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia
Aleksandr Adamovich, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Effect of Animal Manure on Forage Yield and Quality of Pangolagrass and Soil Fertility

Fu‐Hsing Hsu, Council of Agriculture, Taiwan
KuoYuan Hong, Council of Agriculture, Taiwan
C. H. Hsieh, Council of Agriculture, Taiwan

Organic and Mineral Fertilisation of Temporary Grassland

Michele Maiorana, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy
F. Montemurro, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy
F. Fornaro, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy

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

Effect of Different Phosphorous Sources and Levels on the Productive Behaviour of a Lotus Pedunculatus cv. Grasslands Maku Oversown Pasture

R. E. Bermúdez, INIA, Uruguay
W. Ayala, INIA, Uruguay

Forage Quality and Yield of Berseem Clover and Annual Ryegrass Grown in Pure and Mixed Stands in Relation to Different N Application Rates

C. Scarpello, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
L. Stringi, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
G. Amato, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
P. Trapani, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
C. Attardo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy

Influence of P Fertility and Grazing on Plant Species in a Temperate Australian Pasture

Jacqueline O. Hill, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia
R. J. Simpson, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia
A. D. Moore, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia
J. T. Wood, Australian National University, Australia
D. F. Chapman, University of Melbourne, Australia

Effects of Applied Quantity of Phosphorus Fertiliser on Phosphorus Content in Plant Tissues of Lucerne (Medicago Sativa) and Seed Yield in North-Western China

Y. W. Wang, China Agricultural University, China
J. G. Han, China Agricultural University, China
S. M. Fu, Chengdu Daye International Investment Co. Ltd., China
Y. Zhong, Chengdu Daye International Investment Co. Ltd., China

Effect of Fertilisation with Macro and Micronutrients on the Mineral Content of Leucaena Leucocephala

S. Camacaro, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela

Effects of Soil Compaction by Animal Trampling on Growth of Agropyron Repens

M. R. Chaichi, The Islamic Azad University, Iran
B. Ataeian, The Islamic Azad University, Iran
M. Mohseni Saravi, The Islamic Azad University, Iran

Seasonality of Growth in Grass-Clover Swards Under Repetitive Nitrogen Application

M. Nassiri, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran
A. Elgersma, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

Sustainable Pastures for the High Altitude Andean Tropics of Colombia

E. Cárdenas, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
L. Panizzo, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia

Growth Characteristics of Kikuyu Grass with Different Sources and Doses of Phosphorus

José C. Pinto, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
Í. P. A. Santos, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
A. E. Furtini Neto, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
A. R. Morais, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
E. E. Mesquita, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
D. J. G. Faria, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil
I. F. Andrade, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil

Sources of N Used for Growth Following Defoliation in Panicum Maximum1

Patricia M. Santos, EMBRAPA, Brazil
B. Thornton, The Macaulay Institute, UK
M. Corsi, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil

Effect of Mineral Nutrition on Red Clover Leaf Area Index

B. Cupina, Faculty of Agriculture, Serbia
P. Erić, Faculty of Agriculture, Serbia
S. Vasiljević, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia
V. Mihailovic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia
D. Milic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia

Early Spring Surface Runoff from Grassland and Arable Land

S. Hejduk, Mendel University of Agriculture and Forestry, The Czech Republic
K. Kasprzak, Mendel University of Agriculture and Forestry, The Czech Republic

Selecting Grassland Species for Saline Environments

Mary-Jane 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

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

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

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

Nick 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

Implementation, Participation and Evaluation of a Voluntary Water Quality Protection Program for Grazingland Owners and Managers

Mel R. George, University of California, Davis
J. M. Harper, University of California, Davis
S. R. Larson, University of California, Davis
R. E. Larsen, University of California, Davis
N. K. McDougald, University of California, Davis
D. J. Lewis, University of California, Davis

Denitrification Under Pastures on Permeable Soils Helps Protect Ground Water Quality

M. P. Russelle, USDA-Agricultural Research Service
B. A. Browne, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
N. B. Turyk, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
B. Pearson, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point

Grazing Management Impacts on the Riparian Zone and Water Quality

S. R. Aarons, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
A. Melland, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia
C. J. P. Gourley, Ellinbank Research Institute, Australia

Phosphorus Transfer to River Water from Grassland Catchments in Ireland

H. Tunney, Teagasc, Ireland
P. Jordan, University of Ulster, UK
G. Kiely, University College, Ireland
R. Moles, University of Limerick, Ireland
G. Morgan, University College, Ireland
P. Byrne, University of Limerick, Ireland
W. Menary, University of Ulster, UK
K. Daly, Teagasc, Ireland

Impact of Land Use on Water Quality in River Njoro Watershed, Kenya

W. A. Shivoga, Egerton University, Kenya
M. Muchiri, Egerton University, Kenya
S. Kibichi, Egerton University, Kenya
J. Odanga, Egerton University, Kenya
S. N. Miller, Egerton University, Kenya
T. J. Baldyga, Egerton University, Kenya
C. M. Gichaba, Egerton University, Kenya

Development of a Breeders’ Toolkit for Drought Resistance in a Lolium/Festuca Hybrid

J. Humphreys, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
I. P. Armstead, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
M. O. Humphreys, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK

Variability in Tolerance to Water Stress by Holcus Lanatus L., Bromus Valdivianus Phil. and Agrostis Capillaris L. Accessions

Ignacio F. López, Universidad Austral de Chile, Chile
Oscar A. Balocchi, Universidad Austral de Chile, Chile

Influence of Water Stress on Root/Cladode Ratio and Water-Use Efficiency of Opuntia Ficus-Indica and O. Robusta

Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa

Study on Transpiration Rates of Vicia Villocea and Bromus Inermis Species

S. H. R. Sadeghi, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran
N. Rahimzadeh, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran

Effect of Timing and Intensity of Drought on Perennial Ryegrass Seed Yield

R. J. Martin, New Zealand Institute for Crop & Food Research Limited, New Zealand
R. N. Gillespie, New Zealand Institute for Crop & Food Research Limited, New Zealand
S. Maley, New Zealand Institute for Crop & Food Research Limited, New Zealand

Rooting Pattern Distribution and Spatial Variability of Italian Ryegrass (Lolium Multiflorum Lam) in a Mediterranean Region

M. R. G. Oliveira, University of Évora, Portugal
F. C. Brasil, CAPES, Brazil
Q. I. Monteiro, University of Évora, Portugal
R. O. P. Rossiello, University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Balancing Water Use Efficiency and Milk Production in the Sub-Tropics

Mark N. Callow, The University of Queensland, Australia
S. K. Kenman, The University of Queensland, Australia

Responses of Irrigated Pasture Nutritive Characteristics to Summer Nitrogen Fertiliser

Frank R. McKenzie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
J. L. Jacobs, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
G. N. Ward, Department of Primary Industries, Australia

Enhancing Water Use Efficiency on Irrigated Dairy Pastures with Nitrogen Fertiliser

Frank R. McKenzie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
J. L. Jacobs, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
G. N. Ward, Department of Primary Industries, Australia

Evaluation of Sweet Grain Sorghum Silage for Dairy Cows as an Alternative to Irrigated Maize Silage

W. G. do Nascimento, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, France
Y. Barrière, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, France
X. Charrier, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, France
Christian Huyghe, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, France
J. C. Emile, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, France

Primary Productivity and Water Use of the Perennial Grass, Cenchrus Ciliaris, in Arid Environments

L. Mnif, University of Sfax, Tunisia
Mohamed Chaieb, University of Sfax, Tunisia

Effects of Supplemental Irrigation on Berseem Seed Crop in a Semi-Arid Mediterranean Environment

G. Amato, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
C. Scarpello, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
P. Trapani, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy

Forage Yield and Soil Moisture Content in Panicum Maximum cv. Tanzania Monoculture and in a Mixture with Leucaena Leucocephala with Different Densities in Mexico

H. J. Delgado Gómez, Universidad del Zulia, Mexico
Juan C. Ku-Vera, Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán, Mexico
J. Ku Vera, Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán, Mexico
J. Escamilla Bencomo, Centro de Investigación Científica de Yucatán
P. A. Velázquez Madrazo, Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán

The Effects of Water Availability on Plant Growth in Sesleria Albicans - Dominated Grasslands in the Burren, Co. Clare

Patrick Moran, University College Dublin, Ireland
S. Ryal, University College Dublin, Ireland
B. Osborne, University College Dublin, Ireland

Long Term Results for the Naturalisation of River Valley Grassland in the Lower Floodplains of the River Oder

G. Schalitz, Centre for Agricultural Landscapes and Land Use Research Müncheberg, Germany
A. Behrendt, Centre for Agricultural Landscapes and Land Use Research Müncheberg, Germany

Undp-Gef Grasslands Project: The Tanzania Montane Grasslands Project

T. Davenport, Wildlife Conservation Society, Tanzania
W. A. Rodgers, UNDP GEF, Kenya

UNDP-GEF Grasslands Project: Mainstreaming Biodiversity into Productive Landscapes: The Southern African Grasslands Programme

C. Maze, South Africa Biodiversity Institute, South Africa
W. A. Rodgers, UNDP GEF, Kenya

UNDP-GEF Grasslands Project: The Southern Africa Botanical Network "SABONET"

Y. Steenkamp, SANBI, South Africa
W. A. Rodgers, UNDP GEF, Kenya

UNDP-GEF Grasslands Project: Conserving Mountain Biodiversity in Southern Lesotho

W. A. Rodgers, UNDP GEF, Kenya

The Global Environment Programme (GEF) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Supporting the Conservation of Grassland Systems in Africa

W. A. Rodgers, UNDP GEF, Kenya
M. Niamir-Fuller, UNDP GEF, Kenya

Biodiversity in Grassland: Bangladesh Perspective

B. Hossain, Institute for Environment and Development Studies, Bangladesh

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

L. P. Heard, USDA NRCS

The Victorian Volcanic Plains Grassland: Past, Present and Future

Steve G. Clark, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
J. Crosthwaite, Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia
J. Dorrough, Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia
J. R. Hirth, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
Y. Ingeme, Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia
J. Mavromihalis, Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia
V. Turner, Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia

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

H. Bergmann, University of Göttingen, Germany

Operating Systems of the Meadows in Semi-Arid Region of Algeria

K. Abbas, INRAA, Algeria
M. Abdelguerfi-Laouar, INRAA, Algeria
Aissa Abdelguerfi, INA, Algeria
T. Madani, University of Sétif, Algeria
A. Mebarkia, University Center of El Taref, Algeria

Investigation on the Temporal Variation of Vegetation Cover in Karaj River Basin (1973-1993)

M. Mohseni Saravi, University of Tehran, Iran
A. Malekian, University of Tehran, Iran
B. Mohammadi Golrang, Agricultrure and Natural Resources Research Center of Khorasan Province, Iran

The Use of Ecological Indicators in Studies of Ecological Recovery for Sustainable Management of Grazed Grassland Ecosystems

G. A. Heshmati, Gorgan University of Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences, Iran

Agricultural Intensification: Have Sown Pastures Damaged the Environment?

John G. McIvor, CSIRO, Australia
C. K. McDonald, CSIRO, Australia
Neil D. MacLeod, CSIRO, Australia
Ken C. Hodgkinson, CSIRO, Australia

A Comparison of Restored Native Grasslands and Exotic Grass Pastures as Wintering Habitat for Declining Grassland Bird Species in the Southeastern United States

A. B. McMellen, University of Georgia
S. H. Schweitzer, University of Georgia

Management of Grasslands Used by Waders: Integrating Time and Key Spatial Scales of Grazing Processes

M. Tichit, INRA, France
D. Durant, INRA, France
O. Renault, INAPG, France
E. Kernéïs, INRA, France

Lapwing and Redshank Nesting Sites on Coastal Marshes: Does Sward Structure Matter?

D. Durant, INRA, France
Muriel Tichit, INRA, France
E. Kernéïs, INRA, France

The Effect of Burning Abandoned Reclaimed Land in Early Spring on the Distribution of an Endangered Grassland Bird Species - the Japanese Marsh Warbler

T. Sugiura, Kitasato University, Japan
E. Ochiai, Kitasato University, Japan
M. Baba, Kitasato University, Japan
H. Kobayashi, Kitasato University, Japan

Grassland and Avian Biodiversity within Irish Agriculture

Barry J. McMahon, University College Dublin, Ireland
J. Whelan, University College Dublin, Ireland

Comparison of Epigeic Spider (Arachnida : Araneae) Assemblages in Winter Wheat Agroecosystems of the European Part of Russia

R. R. Seyfulina, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Russia

Grassland Arthropod Species Richness in a Conventional Suckler Beef Production System and One Compatible with the Irish Agri-Environment Scheme (REPS)

Alvin J. Helden, University College Dublin, Ireland
A. Anderson, University College Dublin, Ireland
Gordon Purvis, University College Dublin, Ireland

Grazing Effects on Spatial Microdistribution of Soil Macroinvertebrates in a Steppe of European Russia

F. A. Savin, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
K. B. Gongalsky, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
A. D. Pokarzhevskii, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

Spatial Distribution of Soil Macroinvertebrates in a Dry Steppe (South-Eastern Siberia, Russia)

K. B. Gongalsky, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

Study of Characteristics of Soil Animals in Halophilous Plant Communities of Leymus Chinensis Grasslands of Northeast in China

Xiuqin Yin, Northeast Normal University, China
Y. Zhang, Northeast Normal University, China
W. Dong, Northeast Normal University, China

Linking Community and Ecosystem Ecology by Developing a Grassland Ecosystem Model (GEMINI) with Interactions Between Plant, Herbivore and Soil Microbial Populations

Jean-François Soussana, INRA, France
S. Witzmann, INRA, France
P. Loiseau, INRA, France
S. Fontaine, INRA, France
Pascal Carrère, INRA, France
Catherine Picon-Cochard, INRA, France
F. Louault, INRA, France

Does Niche Complementarity Explain the Relationship Between Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning in Managed Grasslands?

Nina Buchmann, ETH Zuerich, Switzerland
A. Kahmen, ETH Zuerich, Switzerland

The Potential for Using the Alkanes and Long-Chain Alcohols of Plant Cuticular Wax to Distinguish the Contribution of Different Plant Species to a Mixed Root Mass

Hugh Dove, CSIRO, Australia
T. P. Bolger, CSIRO, Australia

Specific Leaf Area on Fresh Matter Basis: A Soft Trait for Leaf Thickness?

J. Debril, INRA, France
E. Kerneïs, INRA, France
S. Carré, INRA, France
P. Cruz, INRA, France
F. Gastal, INRA, France

Relationships Between Productivity, Quality and Traits in Seven Co-Occurring Grass Species

L. S. Pontes, INRA, France
Jean-François Soussana, INRA, France
P. Carrère, INRA, France
F. Louault, INRA, France
J. Aufrère, INRA, France
D. Andueza, INRA, France

Plant Functional Diversity Increases Biomass Production in the Establishment of Perennial Herbaceous Polycultures

V. D. Picasso, Iowa State University
E. C. Brummer, Iowa State University

The Relationship Between Species Diversity and Productivity of Cool-Season Grassland

S. E. Florine, Iowa State University
Kenneth J. Moore, Iowa State University
Steven L. Fales, Iowa State University
R. L. Hintz, Iowa State University

Effect of Acacia Caven on the Productivity and Botanical Composition of Low-Rainfall Mediterranean Grassland in Central Chile

D. Troncoso, The Catholic University of Maule, Chile
N. Farías, The Catholic University of Maule, Chile
R. Franco, The Catholic University of Maule, Chile

Forage and Livestock Productivity on Pastures of Differing Plant Diversity

B. F. Tracy, University of Illinois

Floristic Composition as Parameter of Quality of ass. Agrostietum Vulgaris

Z. Tomic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
S. Mrfat-Vukelic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
Z. Nesic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
M. Zujovic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
S. Djordjevic-Milosevic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia

Floristic Composition as a Parameter of the Quality of the Grassland Type Festucetum Vallesacae in Thestara Planina Hilly-Mountainous Region of Serbia

Z. Nesic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
Z. Tomic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
S. Mrfat-Vukelic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
M. Zujovic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
I. Djalovic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
S. Djordjevic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia

Forage Legume Persistence in Mixtures with Native and Introduced Grasses at a Semiarid Location on the Canadian Prairies

P. G. Jefferson, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada
A. D. Iwaasa, Agriculture and Agri‐Food Canada, Canada
Michael P. Schellenberg, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada

Changes in Floristic Diversity Associated with Sheep Grazing Management on a Karst Pasture

Matej Vidrih, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
F. Batič, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
K. Eler, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Overgrazing Influence on the Presence of Legumes in a Natural Pasture of Sardinia

L. Salis, Centro Regionale Agrario Sperimentale, Italy
M. Vargiu, Centro Regionale Agrario Sperimentale, Italy
E. Spanu, Centro Regionale Agrario Sperimentale, Italy
F. Loche, Centro Regionale Agrario Sperimentale, Italy

Plant Community Structure of Midland Grassland of the Flooding Pampa in Relation to Grazing Management

Adriana M. Rodríguez, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina
E. J. Jacobo, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina
V. A. Deregibus, Universidad de Buenos Aries, Argentina

Plant Species Richness at Three Levels of Range Potential in Semi-Steppe Vegetation of Iran

Mansour Mesdaghi, University of Agricultural Sciences, Iran

The Effect of Grazing on Rare and Common Grasses and Forbs in the Mediterranean Coastal Desert of Egypt

A. El-Keblawy, UAE University, United Arab Emirates
A. Ramadan, Suez Canal University, Egypt

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

Extensive Management of Sheep Grazing in Upland Sown Grassland: Long-Term Effects on Plant Species Composition

C. A. Marriott, The Macaulay Institute, UK
G. T. Barthram, The Macaulay Institute, UK
T. G. Common, The Macaulay Institute, UK
J. H. Griffiths, The Macaulay Institute, UK
J. M. Fisher, The Macaulay Institute, UK
K. Hood, The Macaulay Institute, UK

Development of Saline Vegetation on Embanked Grasslands at the Baltic Sea Coast After 10 Years of Extensive Pasture Use

Renate Bockholt, Rostock University, Germany
S. Schmitz, Rostock University, Germany
S. Noel, Rostock University, Germany

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

Long-Term Trends of Community Structures in Tall Grassland Vegetation Under Three Treatments in Northeastern Japan

M. Tsutsumi, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan
S. Sakanoue, Hokkaido National Agricultural Experiment Station, Japan
S. Takahashi, Hokkaido National Agricultural Experiment Station, Japan
Y. Yamamoto, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan
Y. Saito, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan
S. Itano, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan

Floristic Composition and Species Richness Model in Winter Rangelands of Northeastern Iran

Anahita Rashtian, University of Agricultural Sciences, Iran
Mansour Mesdaghi, University of Agricultural Sciences, Iran

Plant Functional Types and Grazing Management in Mediterranean Grassland: An 11-Year Synthesis

Marcelo Sternberg, Tel Aviv University, Israel
Zalmen Henkin, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel
Avi Perevolotsky, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel
M. Gutman, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel
Eugene D. Ungar, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel

Effect of Aspect and Animal Movement on a Temperate Mountain Grassland Structure

Sorkunde Mendarte, NEIKER, Spain
I. Amezaga, The University of the Basque Country, Spain
Isabel Albizu, NEIKER, Spain
A. Ibarra, NEIKER, Spain
Iker Mijangos, NEIKER, Spain
M. Onaindia, The University of the Basque Country, Spain

The Effect of NPK Fertilisation on Structure and Species Composition of Grasslands

Frantisek Hrabě, Mendel University in Brno, Czech Republic
Jiří Skládanka, Mendel University in Brno, Czech Republic

Long-Term Effect of Levels of N-, P-, K-Supply on the Shannon-Index for Two Pastures Located in Central Germany

Judith F. Oerlemans, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Germany
W. Opitz von Boberfeld, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Germany

Impact of the Agricultural Use on the Biodiversity of a Festuca Rubra Meadow

I. Rotar, University of Agricultural Sciences and Medicine, Romania
F. Păcirar, University of Agricultural Sciences and Medicine, Romania
R. Vidican, University of Agricultural Sciences and Medicine, Romania
N. Sima, University of Agricultural Sciences and Medicine, Romania

The Effect of Different Utilisation Methods on Composition of Semi-Natural Grassland

J. Jančovič, Slovak Agricultural University, Slovakia
L'. Vozár, Slovak Agricultural University, Slovakia
L'. Jančovičová, Slovak Agricultural University, Slovakia

The Influence of Tree Thinning and Subhabitat Differentiation on Panicum Maximum and Urochloa Mosambicensis of a Bush Encroached Semi-Arid Savanna in South Africa

G. N. Smit, University of the Free State, South Africa

Effects of Burning on Grassland Vegetation Cover on the Northeastern Side of the Alborz Ranges in Iran

F. Amiri, The Islamic Azad University, Iran
M. R. Chaichi, The Islamic Azad University, Iran
A. Atrakchali, The Islamic Azad University, Iran

Unplanned Fires and Sustainability of a Semi-Arid Rangeland in South Africa

Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa

Site Effects on the Composition of Multi-Species Grass/Legume Mixtures During Sward Establishment

Rosemary P. Collins, IGER, UK
M. Fothergill, IGER, UK
John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland

Comparison of Compositional Changes in Multi-Species Grass/Legume Mixture Experiments Across Three Nordic Countries (Iceland, Sweden and Finland) Over Two Years

Caroline Brophy, University College Dublin, Ireland
Anne-Maj Gustavsson, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden
A. Helgadottir, Agricultural Research Institute, Iceland
Oiva Nissinen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
J. Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland

Diversity and Adaptation of Perennial Plants From North Africa: Legumes and Grasses

Aissa Abdelguerfi, Ecole Nationale Supérieure Agronomique, Algeria
M. Laouar, INRAA Belfort, Algeria
K. Abbas, INRAA, Algeria
M. M'Hammedi Bouzina, Université de Chlef, Algeria

Effects of Plant Species Diversity in Multifunctional Grasslands on Avian Communities

K. K. Bakker, Dakota State University
K. F. Higgins, Dakota State University

The Ag-Biota Project: A Preliminary Assessment of Potential Indicators of Biodiversity in Agricultural Grasslands

Gordon Purvis, University College Dublin, Ireland
A. Anderson, University College Dublin, Ireland
A. J. Helden, University College Dublin, Ireland
L. Kirwan, University College Dublin, Ireland

Native Grasses Seeded Into a Cool-Season Pasture Encouraged by Low Resource Availability

J. E. Doll, University of Wisconsin-Madison
R. L. Cates, University of Wisconsin-Madison
R. D. Jackson, University of Wisconsin-Madison

A New System for Plant Experiments on Biodiversity or Multi-Species Competition

John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland
L. Kirwan, University College Dublin, Ireland

Scaling up of Site Carbon Dynamics to Predict the Carbon Dynamics in Kazakhstan, Central Asia

B. K. Wylie, USGS EROS Data Center
Tagir Gilmanov, South Dakota State University
S. L. Stensaas, USGS EROS Data Center
N. Z. Saliendra, USDA Forest Service
D. A. Johnson, USDA-ARS Forage and Range Research Lab
K. Akshalov, Barakev Kazakh Research Institute for Grain Farming, Kazakhstan
S. B. Frank, Northern Great Plains Res. Lab
L. Zhang, USGS EROS Data Center
R. F. Doyle, USGS EROS Data Center
E. A. Laca, Montague W. Demment, University of California, Davis
Montague W. Demment, University of California, Davis