Question

Velds are known for cattle sheep rearing and mining ​

Answer 1

Answer:

People

The people of this region are involved in the following occupation:

Cattle Rearing: Sheep rearing is the most important activity of the people. Sheep is bred mainly for wool and this has given rise to the wool industry in the velds. Merino sheep is a popular species and their wool is very warm.

Dairy Farming: This is the next important occupation. Cattle are reared in the warmer and wetter regions and the dairy products like butter and cheese are produced both for domestic supply and exports.

Mining: The velds are known for cattle rearing (as mentioned above) and mining. They are rich in mineral wealth. This rich mineral area has a well-developed network of transport. The mining activity includes the following:

Agriculture: In places where the soil is fertile, crops are grown. The main crops are maize, wheat, barley, oats and potato. Cash crops like tobacco, sugarcane and cotton are also grown. In many places, the soil is not very fertile due to the presence of discontinuous grasses exposing barren surface.