Overseeding of Eragrostis curvula on North-Eastern Sandy Highveld

Abstract

A small plot trial to investigate the possibilities of directing changes in the botanical composition of fertilized veld by oversowing demonstrated the potential of this technique for the establishment of improved pastures in non-arable situations. The improved return on fertilization, obtained by this technique, can also radically alter the attitude of many workers to veld fertilization.

Keywords: fertilisation|Gauteng Province|Transvaal|Ermelo|pastures|establishments|sowing|veld|fertilised areas|botanical compositions|Highveld|seeding|techniques