Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Articles Article Faculty Publications -Articles Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary ethnobotany of pastoralism in semi-arid Deccan region-Koppal district, Karnataka, India Subject The topic of the resource Cattle forage; ethno-veterinary plants; koppal; pastoralism; semi-arid deccan region Description An account of the resource The aim of the current study is on ethnobotanical survey carried out in Koppal district of Karnataka, India. Study focused on exploration of traditional knowledge and pastoral practices of particular communities where livestock rearing activity is potent and use of ethnomedicinal plants in daily livelihood. The landscape was diverse in nature covering semi-arid to modest tropical climate, and unique topography encourage for wide range of vegetation useful for caters to feed the livestock. Methodology used for the study by participant observation, interviews, and transect walks, the study identified 48 plant species from 20 families, with Fabaceae and Poaceae being the most prevalent. These families play a vital role in providing nutritious fodder for livestock and sustaining pastoralists livelihoods. The study resulted pastoralists ethno-veterinary knowledge, where specific plants are used to treat cattle ailments and reflecting their deep understanding of traditional herbal remedies. However, the research finding revealed that some traditional knowledge may be diminishing with the younger generation, stressing the importance of knowledge preservation and transfer. The study underscores the potential benefits of integrating traditional practices with scientific research to optimize the selection and utilization of valuable fodder and veterinary plants. It is evident remarks to add up in the scientific data by collaboration between indigenous communities and scientific institutions for sustainable resource management. 2023, Indian journals. All rights reserved. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource S.r S.; B.t M. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Medicinal Plants, Vol-15, No. 3, pp. 498-510. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Indian journals Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2023-01-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.5958/0975-6892.2023.00050.3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.5958/0975-6892.2023.00050.3</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85175204378&amp;doi=10.5958%2F0975-6892.2023.00050.3&amp;partnerID=40&amp;md5=f4b303a99ed8b30f5b38345a5fbd9ea8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85175204378&amp;doi=10.5958%2f0975-6892.2023.00050.3&amp;partnerID=40&amp;md5=f4b303a99ed8b30f5b38345a5fbd9ea8</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access Relation A related resource ISSN: 9754261 | LS; 2023-2024; Vol-2; 0013-0025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Online Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant S.r S., Department of Life Sciences, Christ (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; B.t M., Department of Life Sciences, Christ (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, India