The relevance of land-use planning tools such as the Land Use and Allocation Plan (LUAP)is more than ever a necessity to face challenges of natural resources degradation (water, soil and forest) the effects of which worsen food insecurity and climate changes. This resources degradation is mainly caused by the indiscriminate search for agricultural lands due to extensive farming. Land-use planning enables managers and practitioners to define the use of the areas (agricultural, forest, pastoral, and biodiversity). Compliance with this planning requires an agricultural intensification and respect for biodiversity. This will enhance progress in effectively tackling both climate change and food security issues.
Journal articles from the Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA) African Journal of Range and Forage Science as well as related articles and reports from throughout the southern African region.