Fact sheet: Native grain species
Trees, shrubs, grasses and even small herbs produce seed. Seeds are designed to have carbohydrate, protein and enzymes for young plants and are excellent food...
Managing indigenous pastoral lands manual –Module 5: Grazing land management
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Published: 28 Feb 2014
Author(s): Rural Services Pty Ltd, McClelland
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The condition of the land and native pasture resource directly affects the level of herd production and therefore long term profitability and sustainability of extensive beef properties in northern Australia.
The purpose of good grazing management is to achieve desired production levels that can be maintained over decades without the condition of the pasture or the land deteriorating. It can allow indigenous pastoralists to use their traditional knowledge to participate in Caring for our Country in a practical way on their own properties. It also complements Working on Country Initiatives.
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