Veld management in the Natal Drakensberg

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The annual extreme fire hazard in the Natal Drakensberg will limit forestry and the rugged topography and vulnerability of the soil discourage use of the area for grazing. Judicious patch-burning alternatively in spring and in autumn will reduce costs of fire protection and is expected to keep the veld stable. Quality and quantity of runoff is expected to be as favourable as possible in this very important catchment area. The area is especially suited for a nature and recreation reserve. The burning system proposed above is wholly compatible with management for water yield and nature conservation.

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