Methods of rangeland improvement - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the primary goal of controlled stocking on rangeland?
Promoting overgrazing
Regulating the number of livestock
Increasing soil erosion
Reducing biodiversity
Rotational grazing involves:
Keeping livestock in the same pasture year-round
Grazing animals freely without management
Moving livestock among paddocks in a planned sequence
Using artificial lighting to extend grazing hours
When using fertilizers on rangeland, what is essential to consider?
When using fertilizers on rangeland, what is essential to consider?
Ignoring soil tests and nutrient needs
Proper timing and placement
Using any fertilizer available
What is the purpose of reseeding on rangeland?
Introducing invasive plant species
Decreasing biodiversity
Restoring native vegetation
Promoting overgrazing
Overgrazing can lead to which of the following?
Improved soil stability
Increased biodiversity
Soil erosion and degradation
Healthier rangeland ecosystems
Which of the following best describes controlled stocking?
Allowing unrestricted grazing by livestock
Regulating the number of animals based on their appetite
Adjusting the number of animals to match available forage
Completely removing livestock from the rangeland
What is the main purpose of rotational grazing?
To keep livestock stationary in one area
To maximize forage consumption
To promote overgrazing
To give pastures time to recover
What should be the basis for fertilizer application on rangeland?
Guesswork
Soil tests and nutrient needs
The color of the soil
Random distribution
Which environmental concern can arise from improper fertilizer use on rangeland?
Enhanced soil fertility
Nutrient runoff and water pollution
Increased biodiversity
Reduced plant growth
Reseeding on rangeland is typically done with which type of plant species?
Invasive species
Exotic species
Native or adapted species
Herbaceous weeds