The report summarizes the main features of the climate, topography and soils of Brunei Darussalam, including a description of the present pasture resources, both native and improved, within the State.
The system of intensive pasture-production currently applied in the main Government livestock center is described, together with observations on selected pasture species, establishment, output and general management practices, including a discussion on the improved legume species so far identified for the up-grading of marginal and extensive grazing areas.
Agronomic research work on a range of species, including Pennisetum purpureum, Panicum maximum, Tripsacum laxum, Digitaria decumbens, Brachiaria mutica, Brachiaria decumbens and other species selected for local use is summarized with brief notes and plans for further investigations.