Modelling pasture utilization and grazing/browsing management for maximizing camel production.

摘要

In this article, a system approach including modelling is described for pasture utilization and grazing/browsing management for camel production in an arid zone. The following topics are discussed: system approach, system description and modelling, system research, creating a new system, management strategies, grazing management, system efficiency, two layer model and rotational management. The two-tier system of pasture is desirable, suitable and economical for camel keepers, because pasture land is decreasing at a fast rate. However, proper grazing/browsing management and supplementing of deficient nutrients through agricultural byproducts will provide balanced nutrients to camels, which in turn can improve their productivity.