Scientific Publication

Savanna burning, a controversial technique for rangeland management in the Niger flood plains of central Mali

author(s) Hiernaux, Pierre H.Y. - Diarra, L.
from International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
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  • Africa
  • World
  • Western Africa
  • Sub-Saharan Africa
citation

Hiernaux, Pierre H.Y.; Diarra, L., 'Savanna burning, a controversial technique for rangeland management in the Niger flood plains of central Mali', Australian Academy of Science, 1985

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Abstract

Presents and discusses the results of a 3 year experiment carried - in the Niger flood plains of central Mali - to compare the effects of burning with cutting, grazing & complete exclosure. Makes suggestions for improved burning practices for range management.

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