Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 1 of 1
Full-Text Articles in Horticulture
Land Capability And Land Use In The Leeuwin-Naturaliste Region, Peter John Tille, Neil Lantzke
Land Capability And Land Use In The Leeuwin-Naturaliste Region, Peter John Tille, Neil Lantzke
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
The Leeuwin-Naturaliste region is one of Western Australia's most beautiful areas. Located in the far south-west corner of the State, it is a popular scenis and tourist spot, as well as supporting grazing, horticultureal and viticultural enterprises.
Outside of perth the region is the most popular tourist destination in the state. It is also responsible for about a quarter of the State's milk production, and 15 percent of the state's potato production and a quarter of the State's wine grapes.
Many new agricultural enterprises have opened up in the past 15 years, and the population has increased by almost 40 …