Highlands constitute high energy environments that accommodate wealth of ecological resources for the benefit of mankind. In exploiting these resources for economic fortunes, man has placed himself superior by employing unsustainable practices with the notion that these ecological reservoirs would continue to provide more and more resources unabated. Nature, however always has its way to resurrect from this mishap by sending feedbacks which undermine the very survival of mankind. It is therefore with regards to this that the ecological impulses transmitted by the highlands of Momo Division due to unsustainable practices signal a signpost that the harmonious nexus between man, environment and economic fortune is a call for concern. This paper therefore had as objective to examine the nature of the highlands in Momo Division and how they impact on the cattle population. It equally focused on examining the local management strategies adopted by the pastoralists amidst observed retreating rangelands. In achieving these goals, the study adopted the descriptive and analytical methods of investigation. Vital primary data were generated through field observations, interviews and focused group discussions while secondary data involved the use of published and unpublished works and internet sources. The results obtain indicate that the highlands are under intense pressure from cattle rearing, settlement expansion and the forces of nature. The grazing fields are equally retreating due to the invasion of the rangelands by the bracken fern and other unpalatable species of fodder. The study reveals that the pastoralists are adapting to these changes through mobility, paddocking and pasture regeneration. However, it is noted that the present adaptation and innovation strategies employed lives much to be desired and therefore recommends government action through sensitization, training, seminars, workshops and financial assistance to the pastoralists.

The setbacks of deforestation over the years have given light to awareness on the importance of regeneration. The benefits of forest regeneration are numerous both to the environment and man. The main objectives of this study were to assess forest regeneration dynamics and its implication on landscape projection in Oku. This study adopted both primary and secondary methods of data acquisition. This involved the administration of questionnaires, field visits, focus group discussions, observation and key informant interviews. This was practicable based on the accessibility and the potentials of the study area. In addition, satellite images of the study area were exploited to portray the rate of deforestation over the years and extent of tree planting within the area. Collected data was expected to enhance an understanding of endeavours of the local population to protect and regenerate exploited areas. The study found out that the local population are conscious, appreciative and encourage forest regeneration activities. Questionnaire exploitation revealed that 91% of the population plant trees in their farms. These trees range from soil fertilizer species, fruit trees and suitable trees for wood carving. The study equally revealed that 80% of local NGOs present within the matrix area are involved in forest regeneration. As a result of this, the cumulating local efforts of forest revival respects mitigation designed on climate change. The fact that local communities accept the canons of forest regeneration is of maximum importance in guaranteeing environmental benefits.

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Prospects of food crop cultivation and supply center on peasant resilience and their adaptability to the surrounding bio-physical milieu. Farmers' predisposition to the numerous challenges within their biophysical context makes them resilient and thoughtful in strengthening their skills. The soils, relief, climate and vegetation of Bui Division heighten farmers' resilience for harmonious, flourishing and innovative techniques to hold the farmers spellbound in their daily farm operations. In addition, vegetables are cultivated abundantly in wetland areas during the dry season. Research results were tested using the relationship between the independent, dependent and the intervening variables of this study. To best operationalize this results, the Chi square and cumulative response rates were strictly applied in the analysis. Research findings revealed that the indigenes spare no effort in ensuring that the milieu is exploited to the fullest, thus reaping the benefits of their hard work. As a matter of fact, agriculture remains the dominant pre-occupation of the locals, however subsidiary activities are not neglected to make ends meet. Peasant dynamism in crop cultivation is central to their social and economic development, thus fostering their adaptability to the bio-physical setting. Crops cultivated include maize, beans, solanum potato, sweet potato, cassava, plantains, banana and yams.