Question

Overgrazing is a menace. Discuss any three measures to control this menace.

Answer 1

1. Rotational Grazing: The practice entails separating the grazing areas into parts and rotating livestock through them. It permits flora to recuperate in one region while animals graze in another, promoting healthy pastures and preventing land degradation.
2. Fencing and Controlled Grazing: Fencing off specific areas restricts the number of animals permitted to graze in a particular area at any given time. This guarantees that the land is not overburdened and enables more effective management of the grazing intensity.
3. Reforestation and Grassland Restoration: Planting trees, grasses, and shrubs in degraded regions can assist in restoring vegetation cover, reducing soil erosion, and increasing the land's ability to maintain animals without overgrazing.