Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 2
Methods of rangeland improvement
Methods of rangeland improvement
TERM – 3RD TERM
WEEK THREE
Class: Senior Secondary School 2
Age: 16 years
Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each
Date:
Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
Topic: METHODS OF RANGELAND IMPROVEMENT
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
PERIOD 1-2
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PRESENTATION |
TEACHER’S ACTIVITY |
STUDENT’S ACTIVITY |
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STEP 1 INTRODUCTION |
The teacher explains the methods of rangeland improvement e.g. Reseeding, Padlocking, Controlled stocking, Avoidance of overgrazing, Fertilizer application, Pest control, Controlled burning |
Students listens attentively to the teacher |
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STEP 2 NOTE TAKING |
The teacher writes a summarized note on the board |
The students copy the note in their books |
NOTE
METHODS OF RANGE LAND IMPROVEMENT
The following are methods of Rangeland Improvement:
Reseeding involves planting desirable plant species onto degraded or depleted rangelands to enhance vegetation composition and productivity. This method is often used to introduce improved forage species that are better adapted to local soil and climate conditions, providing nutritious feed for grazing animals.
Padlocking, also known as rotational grazing or deferred grazing, involves temporarily excluding livestock from specific areas of rangeland to allow vegetation to recover and regenerate. By rotating grazing areas and providing periods of rest for plants, padlocking helps prevent overgrazing, reduces soil compaction, and promotes plant growth and vigor.
Controlled stocking involves carefully managing the number and distribution of livestock on rangelands to prevent overgrazing and maintain vegetation health. This method considers factors such as stocking rates, grazing intensity, and seasonal forage availability to ensure that grazing pressure does not exceed the carrying capacity of the land.
Avoidance of overgrazing involves implementing grazing management practices that prevent livestock from consuming too much forage or damaging vegetation beyond its capacity to recover. Overgrazing can lead to soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and degradation of rangeland productivity.
Fertilizer application involves applying soil amendments such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to rangelands to enhance soil fertility and promote plant growth. Fertilizer application can stimulate the growth of desirable forage species, improve nutrient availability for plants, and increase overall forage production on rangelands.
Pest control involves managing invasive species, pests, and diseases that threaten rangeland health and productivity. Common pests on rangelands include weeds, insects, and pathogens that can compete with native vegetation, reduce forage quality, and degrade ecosystem integrity.
Controlled burning, also known as prescribed burning, involves deliberately setting fires under controlled conditions to manage rangeland vegetation and ecosystems. Controlled burning can remove accumulated dead biomass, stimulate new plant growth, and rejuvenate native grasslands. This method helps control invasive species, reduce fuel loads, and maintain biodiversity in fire-adapted ecosystems.
EVALUATION: 1. Identify 5 methods of rangeland improvement
CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively