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Single phase Bunsenite NiO nanoparticles green synthesis by Agathosma betulina natural extract
(Elservier, 2016-02-05)This contribution reports on the synthesis and the main physical properties of p-type NiO nanoparticles synthesized for the first time by a completely green process using Agathosma betulina plant extract as an effective ... -
A retrospective study of the prevalence of bovine fasciolosis at major abattoirs in Botswana
(AOSIS, 2016-06-13)A retrospective study covering a period of ten years (2001–2010) was conducted using postmortem meat inspection records of the Department of Veterinary Services in Gaborone to determine the prevalence of bovine fasciolosis ... -
A retrospective study of the prevalence of bovine fasciolosis at major abattoirs in Botswana
(cientific Electronic Library Online SA, 2016-06-13)A retrospective study covering a period of ten years (2001-2010) was conducted using postmortem meat inspection records of the Department of Veterinary Services in Gaborone to determine the prevalence of bovine fasciolosis ... -
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 ... -
Effect of weaning age on growth performance of crossbred pigs reared up to 70 kg body weight under intensive system
(Intergrity Research Journals, 2016-11-08)This study investigated the effect of weaning age on growth performance of crossbred piglets reared up to 70 kg body weight (BW) under intensive system from May to November 2013. The experiment was conducted in a completely ... -
Phenotypic characterization of Tswana chickens based on quantitative traits in Kweneng and Southern Districts, Botswana
(Livestock Research for Rural Development, 2017)The objective of this study was to characterize both sexes of the naked-neck, dwarf, rumpless, normal-feathered and frizzled strains of Tswana chickens in the Kweneng and Southern districts of Botswana using some quantitative ... -
Can indigenous plants be harnessed to control internal worms for small stock in Botswana?
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2017)Small stock offers an opportunity to contribute to poverty reduction and to empower youth and women. Rearing of sheep and goats also opens opportunities for wealth creation, job creation and to diversify animal agriculture. ... -
A survey analysis of indigenous goat production in communal farming systems of Botswana
(SpringerLink, 2017-06-17)A total of 153 communal farmers in four agro-ecological regions of Botswana were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. The aims of the survey were to characterise existing communal goat production systems, evaluate ... -
Fodder Tree Species Composition and Density in Grazing Gradients of Fenced and Unfenced Grazing Areas of the Gaborone North, Botswana.
(Cross Mark, 2017-06-23)The extent to which degradation or changes in fodder tree species composition caused by grazing pressure is critical since fodder trees form the base diet for browser such as goat as well as maintenance purposes for cattle ... -
Structural, optical and magnetic investigation of Gd implanted CeO2 nanocrystals
(Elservier, 2017-10-15)Gadolinium implanted cerium oxide (Gd-CeO2) nanocomposites is an important candidate which have unique hexagonal structure and high K- dielectric constant. Gd-CeO2 nanoparticles were synthesized using hydrothermal method. ... -
Excess rumen degradable protein influences the rate of development and glucose metabolism of fertilized sheep ova
(2017-11-20)The level of protein degradability in ruminant diets, notably in the peri-ovulatory period and during the early weeks of gestation, can significantly affect conceptus survival and may even interfere with normal control of ... -
Anaplasmainfection prevalence in beef and dairy cattle in the south eastregion of Botswana
(Elsevier, 2017-12-26)Infection of cattle by the tick-borne intra-erythrocytic bacteria of the genusAnaplasmaoccurs worldwide.Nevertheless, prevalence rates in specific regions are still required to inform cattle farming management deci-sions. ... -
Forage quality and availability for large herbivores in southern African rangelands
(Klaus Hess Publishers, 2018)In light of the growing human population, the pressure on herbivores (livestock and wild herbivores) will be accelerated, resulting in a need for eff ective land management. To achieve this, information and knowledge about ... -
Rangeland monitoring and assessment: a review
(University of Hamburg, 2018)Rangelands provide vast landscapes for grazing and foraging for livestock and wildlife. Services of rangelands are diverse and generally provide food for millions of the world’s population, especially the rural and sometimes ... -
Applying genomic information for conservation and utilisation of the indigenous Tswana goat of Botswana
(2018)The indigenous Tswana constitutes 71% of the Botswana goat population (Botswana statistics, 2013). It is well adapted to the harsh conditions of the country such as poor nutrition, frequent droughts, high heat, diseases ... -
Phenotypic and genetic characterization of indigenous tswana goats
(South African Society for Animal Science, 2018-01-01)Tswana goats that were kept in communal systems in three agro-ecological regions in Botswana were characterized according to phenotypic measurements and genotypic data. Objective measurements for 123 goats included bodyweight ... -
Occurrences of goat mastitis and milking management in the Oodi agricultural region, Botswana
(Smith and Franklin Academic Publishing, 2018-04-05)Goat milk production contributes less to Botswana’s dairy sectors with a low annual production of 4 tonnes per year. The objectives of the study were to evaluate goat milk production practices and attributes of goat farmers ... -
Cross-sectional prevalence of Fasciola gigantica infections in beef cattle in Botswana
(Springer Link, 2018-04-26)A cross-sectional study was carried out to determine the prevalence and distribution of Fasciola gigantica infections in communally grazed and ranch-grazed beef cattle through coprological examination. A total of 8646 ... -
Structural, Optical, Morphological and Microbial Studies on SnO2 Nanoparticles Prepared by Co-Precipitation Method
(American Scientific Publishers, 2018-05-05)Nanoparticles of tin oxide (SnO2) powders were prepared by co-precipitation method at 500 °C, 700 °C and 900 °C temperature. The sintered SnO2 nanoparticles, structural, optical, magnetic, morphological properties and ... -
Cutaneous hypersensitivity reactions against unfed tick larval extract of Rhipicephalus evertsi in South African Mutton Merino, Namaqua Afrikaner and Dorper sheep
(Elsevier:, 2018-07-23)Indigenous Namaqua Afrikaner (NA) sheep have been reported to be more resistant to tick infestation than the commercial Dorper and South African Mutton Merino (SAMM) breeds. The aim of this study was to compare cutaneous ...