Date of Award

5-1977

Degree Type

Report

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Ecology

Committee Chair(s)

Brien E. Norton

Committee

Brien E. Norton

Committee

G. F. Gifford

Committee

A. H. Holmgren

Abstract

This paper analyzes the most important characteristics of legumes, which have led to their utilization in range improvement all over the world. It emphasizes the Trifolium spp. (esteemed among the legume family), their contributions to soil a n d forage improvement, and the success obtained from their utilization, especially in semi-arid ranges. Many references originally from Australia, United States, Morocco, and Portugal were used as sources of data because of the ample utilization of these species in these countries. Careful analysis related to requirements, potentialities, and production of clovers were used and recommendations were made for different ecological areas where establishment could be a success.

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