Table 2. Key dates in pastoral adaptation.
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Date |
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1861: |
Land selections began |
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1870s: |
Local gold discoveries |
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1880s: |
Limited introduction of artificial waterpoints |
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1890s: |
Possible peak in the sizes of the largest enterprises
(200,000 ha>) |
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1945s: |
Marked increase in artificial waterpoints using WWII machinery |
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1970s: |
“Release” stage in many enterprises: intensified /reduced
labour input |
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1970s: |
Introduction of hardier cattle breeds and feed supplements |
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