Overgrazing Flashcards
1
Q
What is overgrazing
A
When cattle are left to graze in the same area for too long they end up removing all the vegetation which leads to soil erosion
2
Q
What are ways farmers can avoid soil erosion
A
Rotational grazing, strip grazing and a fodder
3
Q
Explain how strip grazing works
A
Strip grazing is a method that uses a single piece of land. A fence is used to divide the land into 3 strips. On strip is used for resting, one strip is used for grazing and one strip is used for recovering
4
Q
What is fodder
A
Fodder is additional food given to cattle which reduces the need to graze.
5
Q
Why is fodder used to feed cattle
A
To reduce the need for the cattle to graze so grazing land can be revegetated and given the time to recover
