Annual changes in biomass amount and feeding potential of shrubby rangelands in maquis formation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study evaluated the extent to which the endemic herbaceous and woody species of shrubby rangelands met the roughage needs of grazing animals throughout the year.

Methods

The biomass, botanical composition, and quality of hay were investigated in the shrubby rangelands in Paşaköy of the Ayvacık districts in Çanakkale over the course of a year. Plant samples were taken from the herbaceous species monthly and from the grazing parts of the shrubs in May and November.

Results

The total amount of biomass (hay + shrub) in the rangeland was found to be 30.448 kg/ha. Shrubs made up 18.78% of the rangeland, while the annual species comprised 54.96%, and perennial herbs covered 26.26% of the total biomass. Crude protein (CP) ratios of herbaceous species decreased

SUBMITTER: Alaturk F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10143608 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature