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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 ...
A potential strategy for research to improve small stock nutrition under the traditional farming system in Botswana
(Sabinet, 2002)
Small stock plays an important role in the rural economy of Botswana. The majority of small stock is reared under traditional fanning systems. Nutrition is one of the limiting factors. This paper discusses how crop residues ...
Effect of climate change on dairy production in Botswana and its suitable mitigation strategies.
(Science-line Publishers, 2013)
This paper explores the effects of climate change on dairy production in Botswana and mitigation strategies are suggested. Dairy farming has not experienced growth over time rendering the country heavily dependent on milk ...
Phenotypic Correlations among Various Egg Quality Traits in Pearl Grey, Lavender, Royal Purple, and White Varieties of Helmeted Guinea Fowl
(Science-line Publishers, 2020-12-03)
Guinea fowls are increasingly popular in Botswana since they not only provide an alternative to access protein in the form of eggs and meat but also become a good source of income for the peasants. There are different ...
Spatial scale drives pedodiversity-elevation relationship in Botswana.
(Elsevier B.V., 2024-12)
Elevational distribution affects pedodiversity (a measure or indicator of soil diversity) by controlling factors like climate, vegetation, and water drainage. It plays a vital role as a constant variable in soil formation ...