WINDHOEK – The Namibia Rangeland Forum is once again offering Namibian livestock farmers, scientists, extension technicians and consultants a rich programme of practical livestock farming experiences and sharing the latest scientific research findings from both freehold (commercial) and communal land practices.
The forum will meet in Rundu, from October 16 to 18 where commercial farmers, veterinarians, development agencies and scientists from Kenya, Zimbabwe and Namibia will discuss findings on the innovative management of grasslands.
“These presenters will address the importance of considering the whole value chain when designing and implementing rangeland and livestock management approaches in the field. The link will also be made to Namibia’s national rangeland management policy and strategy and the principles of sustainable management it is based on,” said the statement from the forum.
A highlight will be an excursion to Nyege grazing area south of Nkurenkuru where farmers adopted community-based rangeland and livestock management, which is facilitated by GOPA-CBRLM and funded by MCA-Namibia. “Here the link between principles and hands-on herding and livestock management practices can be seen and discussed,” the statement said. Scientists from Namibia, the USA, Australia and Germany will report on their latest research findings and new study projects that are intended to help farmers make informed choices about what management practice to adopt to increase production from grasslands.
By Staff Reporter