Ch. 1. Land management in Australia -- Exploring issues -- Fast facts -- Glossary -- Web links -- Index
Summary
Land degradation can have severe economic and environmental consequences. Almost two-thirds of land in Australia has been modified for human use, primarily for grazing on natural vegetation. Clearing of native vegetation continues to occur for agriculture, plantation forestry, and urban development
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes
Also available in an electronic version via the Internet. Address as at 19/10/2011: http://spinneypress.com.au/books/sustainable-land-management