Agent based modeling and simulation of a pastoral-nomadic land use system
Kuckertz, Patrick and Ullrich, Oliver and Linstädter, Anja and Speckenmeyer, Ewald
(2011)
Agent based modeling and simulation of a pastoral-nomadic land use system.
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Simulation Notes Europe Vol. 21 (3-4).
pp. 147-152.
ISSN 2305-9974
Abstract
Almost half of Africa is covered by arid savannas, which are used as rangelands and are the source of livelihood for a vast population. To sustain pasture quality, degradation has to be avoided and efficient and sustainable land use strategies are needed. This paper describes the development of a simulation model representing the range management strategies of the Himba people in north-western Namibia. The model recognizes spatial factors and the impact of management decisions on ecosystem dynamics. The paper also describes the process of creating and validating a software application, and implementing the model.
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ZAIK Number: | zaik2011-629 |
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Depositing User: | Patrick Kuckertz |
Date Deposited: | 15 Jun 2011 00:00 |
Last Modified: | 20 Feb 2013 15:06 |
URI: | http://e-archive.informatik.uni-koeln.de/id/eprint/629 |