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Ecological Grazing Management: The Bulga Downs Story
Author
McOuie, David
Publisher
The Australian Rangeland Society
Publication Year
2002
Body

The keys to the successful ecological restoration of Bulga Downs station have been conservative stocking rates and the use of natural early warning indicators of stress on the land. An ecological approach to grazing management has enabled increased asset values, maintenance of high equity, the building of a family business and an optimistic outlook, based on healthier landscapes and hence pastures.
In this article I tell the story of how listening to the land has allowed us to build what I see as a bright future for our family and business. This approach means managing different areas and seasons according to their needs and opportunities.

Language
English
Resource Type
Text
Document Type
Conference Paper
Additional Information
2 - 5 September, 2002
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia 
ISSN 0-9596923-3-9
Conference Name
Australian Rangeland Society 12th Biennial Conference
Keywords
ecology
grazing management
stocking rate
indicators
stress
rangelands
Australia
Family Business