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Identification and classification of finger millet (Elcusine coracana ) accessions using morphological traits and DNA finger printing
(Khon Kaen University, 2012)Information on genetic diversity of germplasms is very important for every breeding program, thus evaluation and characterization of germplasms is the first and most important step for any breeding program. Different tools ... -
Identification of Anaplasma marginale proteins specifically upregulated during colonization of the tick vector
(American Society for Microbiology, 2010-07-10)The transition between infection of the mammalian host and colonization of an arthropod vector is required for the ongoing transmission of a broad array of pathogens, from viruses to protozoa. Understanding how this ... -
Identification of anaplasma marginale proteins up-regulated during infection of the tick vector
(Washington State University, 2010-08)The transition between infection of the mammalian host and colonization of an arthropod vector is required for ongoing transmission of a broad array of pathogens, from viruses to protozoa. Understanding how this transition ... -
Identification of factors that influence the performance of extension management systems in Kweneng and southern districts of Botswana
(South African Society for Agricultural Extension (SASAE), 2018-11-15)Since 1999, the government of Botswana has implemented the Performance Management System (PMS) as a public service reform tool for all the ministries with the aim to improve and monitor performance of the public service ... -
Identification of mongongo (schinziophyton rautanenii) and morama (tylosema esculentum) insect pests and their natural enemies in Botswana.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2020-10)The study was conducted at the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) Sebele, Gaborone. Sampling sites for this study was done in Kweneng district and Okavango district, and the experiments were ... -
Identification of the causal agent of sorghum leaf blight and evaluation of its current management practices in Pandamatenga farming area
(Academic Journals, 2008-01-20)In Botswana, cattle rearing can either be in farms or in communal grazing areas. In communal grazing areas, carrying capacities are never adhered to, hence degradation sometimes occurs. This negatively impact on the ... -
Identification of the causal agent of sorghum leaf blight and evaluation of its current management practices in Pandamatenga farming area
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2015-08)Turcicum Leaf Blight (TLB) of sorghum incited by Exserohilum turcicum is a major threat to sorghum production globally. This pathogen has been reported to attack both maize and sorghum resulting in yield losses as high as ... -
The image of agriculture education in Botswana
(Murdoch University, 2009)This study examines agricultural education in Botswana among students and teachers. Since independence in 1966 to the present time, agricultural production has declined from about 40 percent to about 3 percent. Harsh ... -
Impact of family chickens on the livelihoods of people living with HIV and AIDS and effects of stocking density on the growth performance of family chickens reared up to 18 weeks of age under intensive system
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2014-06)Two studies were carried out to investigate the impact of family chicken component of BONEPWA+ on the livelihoods of people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA). In the first study, the impact of family chickens on the livelihoods ... -
Impact of family chickens on the livelihoods of people living with HIV and AIDS in four villages of Botswana
(Scienceline Publication, 2011)The impact of family chickens on the livelihoods of people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) was investigated in Khudumelapye, Mogobane, Mokubilo and Serowe villages of Botswana. The objectives of this study were to determine ... -
The impact of growth promoters on muscle growth and the potential consequences for meat quality.
(Elsevier, 2016-10-20)To meet the demands of increased global meat consumption, animal production systems will have to become more efficient, or at least maintain the current efficiency utilizing feed ingredients that are not also used for human ... -
Impact of partially treated wastewater on downstream water quality of Notwane River in Botswana
(Journal of Engineering Research and Reports, 2018-07-18)The impact of partially treated wastewater on the water quality of Notwane river stretch in the Gaborone region of Botswana was investigated. Water samples collected at effluent discharge point and three other sampling ... -
The impact of stable flies (stomoxys calcitrans l.) on small stock production in Bodibeng, Bothatogo and Sehithwa in the north west district, Botswana; a survey study.
(Scienceline Publishers, 2022-03-25)Stable fly, Stomoxys calcitrans L. (Diptera: Muscidae) is a globally recognized livestock pest of economic importance, which also attacks wild animals, pets and humans. These flies frequently feed on the forelegs of animals ... -
The impact of tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) farming on the survival of honeybees (Apis mellifera) in Nyamakate Communal Area, northern Zimbabwe.
(Taylor & Francis Online, 2022-05-31)The impact of tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) farming on the survival of honeybees (Apis mellifera) was investigated through the documentation of mortality of honeybees, the number of trees cut and planted, and agrochemicals ... -
The impact of transaction costs on the choice of cattle markets in Mahalapye district, Botswana
(University of Pretoria, 2004-07)The objective of this study is to identify the transaction costs factors and household characteristics that influence the farmers’ choice of cattle marketing channels in Mahalapye district, Botswana. The marketing channels ... -
The impacts of pan quarrying on livestock watering in a semi arid region: case study of Kang pan in the Kalahari, Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2008)Scenes of mass death of livestock inside a quarry and on the surrounding pan floor prompted this investigation on the impact of quarrying on livestock watering in the semi arid Kalahari region in southwest Botswana. ... -
The importance of soft skills in academic performance and career choices of senior secondary school students in Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2013-11)In today's society where soft skills are imperative for job success the use of performance data provided by standardised tests to sort students to various careers is a major concern. The study examined the relationship ... -
Improved crop-management techniques for better groundnut (Arachis liypogaea L.) production in Western Kenya
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2006)Poor agronomic and husbandry practices are largely responsible for the low yields of groundnuts in Western Kenya. This study was undertaken to develop agronomic practices for increasing groundnut yields by small-hold ... -
In Pursuit of Sustainable Tourism in Botswana: Perceptions of Maun Tourism Accommodation Operators on Tourism Certification and Eco-Labelling.
(Springer Link, 2022-06-01)Tourism is one of the main engines of growth for many economies around the world. This growth has also brought up some negative environmental and socio-economic impacts. Tourism stakeholders have been forced to come up ... -
Incidence and level of mistletoe Infestation in tree species at Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources’ Sebele Content Farm Campus, Botswana
(AD Publications, 2017-11-11)A survey was conducted at Botswana University of Agriculture and natural Resources at Sebele content farm to determine the intensity and level of mistletoe infestation in tree species. The intensity and the total number ...