2013_14 IDP Review.pdf - KZN Development Planning

2.2 Land CapabilityLand capability signals the type of land activity most fitting to a particular area as well ascapability of the land. It is a deciding factor upon a collective effect of soil, terrain and climate.Most of the time planners firstly look into the rate of the soil capability before looking at climateinfluences on the use of land. The southern areas of Helpemekaar, Rorker’s drift and Mangenivs. Muden, Keates Drift and Kranskop are most suited for grazing and forestry. The topographyplays a huge role in determining this factor and it is noticeable just how the first group of areasare secluded for the second group. These areas mentioned are also suitable for grazing andalso liable to erosion. Agricultural and land management practices are critical for sustainablefarming.Map 4: Umzinyathi DM Land CapabilityDraft 2013/14 IDP Review Page 58Prepared by Umzinyathi District Municipality22 March 2013