BUAN Research Hub: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Trends in land cover change of the greater Gaborone area: Implications for agricultural production loss
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2013-06)Peri urban areas are contiguous to urban areas, they consist of a large population, and these are regions where farming practice is in conflict with other economic activities. These activities drive the changes in land ... -
Assessment of computer technology availability, accessibility and usage by Agricultural Education student teachers in secondary schools in Botswana.
(Academic Journals, 2014-09-10)This study examines the availability, accessibility and usability of computer as a form of information and communication technologies (ICTs) by student teachers in secondary schools. 44 out of 51 student teachers of ... -
Bifurcation analysis of vertical transmission model with preventive strategy.
(ScienceDirect, 2016-07)We formulate and analyse a deterministic mathematical model for the prevention of a disease transmitted horizontally and vertically in a population of varying size. The model incorporates prevention of disease on individuals ... -
Growth performance and carcass characteristics of guinea fowl (ntunida mcleagris) fed diets containing three local grown cereals as energy sources raised under intensive system
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2014-07)This study investigated growth performance and carcass characteristics of guinea fowl fed diets containing three local grown cereals as energy sources in comparison to commercial broiler diets (control). Birds were ... -
Relating sorghum yield to growing seasonal weather conditions for Chobe and Barolong agricultural district, Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2013-06)Growing season rainfall is the most important factor in rain-fed arable agriculture in semi-arid climates. Knowledge of rainfall distribution is needed to make farmers aware of possible crop yield obtainable during and ... -
Potential of some botanical extracts, soap solutions and companion plants against cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne Brassicae L.) on rape (Brassica napus L.)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2021-06)Rape (Brassica napus L.) is a popular leafy vegetable grown for home consumption and for sale in Botswana and other African countries. It significantly contributes to the livelihood of both smallholder and commercial ... -
Livestock population dynamics and pastoral communities’ adaptation to rainfall variability in communal lands of Kgalagadi South, Botswana.
(Springer Open, 2014)Rainfall variability is a problem in arid environments, and in this study, drought severity, impact of rainfall variability on livestock population and adaptation practices were investigated in Kgalagadi, Botswana. Data ... -
Wildlife-livestock interface, veterinary cordon fence damage, lack of protection zones, livestock theft and owner apathy: Complex socio-ecological dynamics in Foot and Mouth disease control in southern Africa
(Springer Open, 2016-10-26)Current efforts to control and possibly eradicate the highly contagious and economically important Foot and Mouth disease (FMD) in Botswana are hampered by numerous inextricably linked constraints. These constraints were ... -
Agro-pastoralists’ determinants of adaptation to climate change.
(Emerald, 2018-03-12)Purpose – The purpose of this study is to analyse smallholder farmers’ perceptions on climate change and its stressors, their adaptation strategies and factors that influence their adaptation to climate change. Design/m ... -
Scheduling irrigation from wetting front depth.
(Elsevier, 2016-07-07)Irrigation scheduling is often based around the analogy of a ‘tipping bucket’, and the measurement or prediction of the amount of water stored within the bucket. We compare this conventional approach of scheduling with ... -
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 ... -
Reservoir tillage for semi-arid environments
(Cranfield University, 2005-10)The ever increasing world population, the decline in suitable agricultural land and food production levels require that new methods are found to increase land productivity or to bring into production land which is marginal. ... -
Milk production and caprine mastitis occurrance in the production stage of the Gaborone region goat milk value chain
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2015-06)The first study was initiated with the objectives of analyzing the production stage of the goat milk value chain and prevalence of caprine mastitis and its impact on the value chain. The study was conducted in the ... -
Morphological and physiological responses of bambara groundnut (vigna subterranea l.verde) to short periods of water deficit stress during different developmental stages.
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2010-09)The response pattern of morphological traits and physiological processes of bambara groundnut (Vigna Subterranean L. Verde) to short periods of water stress imposed at different growth and developmental stages and their ... -
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 ... -
Soil-plant-animal continuum in relation to macro and micro mineral status of Tswana sheep at Goodhope and Morale ranches in Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2014-09)This study reports the concentration of macro and micro minerals in soil, forage, water and blood of Tswana sheep at Morale and Goodhope ranches. The main aim of the study was to evaluate mineral status of soil, forage, ... -
The benefits of different management interventions on the performance of goats in Oodi village, Kgatleng District: Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2015-08)The aim of this research was to find the benefits of supplementation with molasses urea block (MUB) and Ivermectin injections on the growth as well as on gastro-intestinal parasites load of goats grazed extensively, ... -
Effect of phosphorus on the growth yield and nutrient uptake of intercropped maize( Zea mays (L.) and cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) walp)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2016-06)In addition to low soil moisture and its holding capacity, constraints to arable agricultural production in Botswana include low levels of nutrients, especially phosphorus. The objectives of the study were to determine ... -
Effect of planting date, plant population and varieties on key resource use efficiency of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2018-05)Inappropriate selection of planting date, plant population and varieties choice have a negative impact on the efficient use of resources and yield returns resulting in some challenges that affect crop production. The ...
