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Growth performance, haemo-biochemical parameters, carcass characteristics and meat quality in broiler chickens fed malted sorghum-based diets
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2021-06)The study was conducted to investigate the effect of feeding malted sorghum grains in place of maize grains on growth performance, blood parameters and meat quality of Ross 308 broiler chickens (R3O8BC). A pilot work (Study ... -
Integrating GIS and remote sensing in estimation of soil loss using the SLEMSA and RUSLE models: A case study of Taung Watershed, Ramotswa Agricultural District
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2021-07)This study was conducted in the Taung watershed of the Ramotswa Agricultural District in the south eastern part of Botswana. The main objective of this study was to assess the soil erosion risk using Revised Universal Soil ... -
Effects of lucerne (medicago sativa) hay stems as a protein source in sorghum stover basal diet on the performance of Tswana lambs
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2021-07)The current study was designed to assess the performance, development of the reproductive and carcass parameters of Tswana lambs fed lucerne hay stems as a protein source in sorghum stover basal diet. This was achieved ... -
Production characteristics, management practices and on-farm phenotypic characterisation of indigenous Tswana sheep in four districts of southern Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2021-08)In the framework of collecting information that will aid in development of breeding and conservation strategies and policies intended for the conservation of indigenous Tswana sheep in the Southern part of Botswana, a ... -
Effects of Land-use / Land Cover Changes on Flow and Sedimentation from the Metsimotlhabe River Catchment Using Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) Model
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2021-08)This study was undertaken to assess the effects of Metsimotlhabe River catchment Land-use / Land Cover dynamics (2006 and 2018) on the inflow and sedimentation into the Bokaa Reservoir using the SWAT model implemented as ... -
Production characteristics, management practices and on-farm phenotypic characterisation of indigenous Twana sheep in four districts of southern Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2021-08)In the framework of collecting information that will aid in development of breeding and conservation strategies and policies intended for the conservation of indigenous Tswana sheep in the Southern part of Botswana, a ... -
The potential of different forms of mulch on soil moisture, soil temperature and yield of sorghum in Zwenshambe, Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2021-08)Due to climate change, rainfed arable conditions have become quite unpredictable in semi-arid conditions of Botswana. Several countries have been experimenting with different climate smart technologies with a view to find ... -
Utilization of crop residues and Agro – industrial by products by Tswana sheep fed varying energy sources and minerals
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2021-09)Two experiments were conducted at Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Sebele. In Experiment 1, twenty-five Tswana sheep were used in 3 x 2 factorial arrangements in a Complete Randomized Design to ... -
Effects of irrigation regime on the growth of three warm season turfgrasses in southern, Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-01)Botswana is known for its unreliable rainfall, extended dry spells and heat. The combination of these factors puts great demand on water conservation strategies in turfgrass management. These strategies dictate that ... -
Assessment of genetic diversity of mungbean genotypes in Botswana using agro-morphological traits and molecular markers.
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-02)Mungbean (Vigna radiata L, Wilczek), is one of the leguminous crops that plays an important role in improving national food security and sustaining livelihoods of small-scale farmers in the developing world. Despite its ... -
A Geospatial assessment of soil erosion risk and soil fertility changes due to ISPAAD programme: A case study of Dinogeng Agricultural Extension Area, Kgatleng District.
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-06)This study was conducted in Dinogeng Agricultural Extension Area (DAEA) in the Kgatleng District located in the eastern part of Botswana. The main objective of this study was to assess the impacts of the Integrated Support ... -
Morula kernel cake as a dietary component in complete diets for Tswana sheep
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-06)Lack of locally produced high quality feed ingredients for livestock, especially to supply protein is an impediment to increased productivity in Botswana. Driven by the need to fill this gap, a series of experiments were ... -
A Geospatial assessment of soil erosion risk and soil fertility changes due to ISPAAD programme: A case study of Dinogeng Agricultural Extension Area, Kgatleng District
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-06)This study was conducted in Dinogeng Agricultural Extension Area (DAEA) in the Kgatleng District located in the eastern part of Botswana. The main objective of this study was to assess soil erosion risk and soil fertility ... -
The influence of nitrogen and phosphorus nutrition on growth and yield components of safflower (Carthamus tinctorius l.
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-08)Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) is a versatile crop used for edible oil, vegetable, cut flower production, colouring foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, livestock feed, biofuels, textile, and medicinal purposes. Soil ... -
Abundance and diversity of safflower (Carthamus tinctorius l.) insects in Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-10)Water scarcity has become a major challenge for Botswana farmers to increase their production despite various development initiatives introduced by the government. Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius l.) is a drought tolerant ... -
Bio-efficacy of selected bean genotypes and some plant powders as protectant against the seed beetle, Callosobruchus Maculatus (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae)in storage
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-10)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is one of the utmost significant grain legumes in developing countries, however its production in Botswana has been failing to retain pace with annual growth rates due to post harvest ... -
Effects of land cover land use change on soil organic carbon stocks in Greater Gaborone, Botswana.
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-12-17)Changes in Land cover land use (LCLU) have long been considered to be among the many factors responsible for the physical and chemical degradation of the soil. Soils are potentially a viable sink for atmospheric carbon and ... -
Assessment of water quality in a drainage channel at Pandamatenga commercial arable farms for possible agricultural reuse
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2023)Botswana is a semi-arid country with low rainfall and a lack of water resources. The country has reached its full potential in terms of surface water development, that is, the construction of dams, owing to the flat ... -
Wildfire prediction and monitoring in the rangeland areas of Botswana: a case study of Kgalagadi district
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2023-01)Fire is a critical tool for managing rangeland ecosystems, particularly in the savannah. However, the increasing wildfire occurrence poses a considerable danger to rangeland ecosystem continuity. Burned area extent and ... -
Assessing the potential of rainwater harvesting for sustaining small scale irrigated coffee farming in the Bigasha watershed, Uganda2023
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2023-01-25)This study used remote sensing, Geographical Information System (GIS), the Quantum GIS Soil and Water Assessment Tool (QSWAT+) and Crop Water and Irrigation Requirements Program (CROPWAT) to assess the potential of rainwater ...