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recommended for small trees and 15 m x 15 m for large trees (Mbote
and Fahlström, 1992).

Trees can be planted either scattered in the rangeland or in other
arrangements, e.g. in lines.

Plate 29: Trees in range land

If there are too few trees on sloping land they may contribute to land
degradation through intensive trampling by cattle seeking shade. If
there are signs of this, it is a clear indication that more trees need to
be established.

Management aspects

Protection of the seedlings is required in the initial stages. In
communal grazing areas this will require the full support of all people
using the area.

Benefits

Improved supply of fodder and environmental benefits, e.g. shade.
Certain species may suppress the growth of grass and such species
should, of course, be avoided. Another risk is that drought or
overgrazing may kill off most of the trees that the people have spent a
lot of time and money planting and then they will lose interest in
trying to establish trees again.