Namibia is an arid country characterized by variable rainfall, hence fluctuations in forage production. Poor rangeland-related management decisions result in animal production and asset loss, missed market opportunities and accelerated rangeland degradation such as the loss of desirable, perennial grasses, elevated soil erosion rates and an increase in undesirable plants. Supplying land managers and policy makers with timely, objective information about developing rangeland conditions and livestock markets, results in informed management decisions made, hence increased productivity and decreased degradation rates.