BUAN Research Hub: Recent submissions
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Estimates of phenotypic and genetic parameters and responses to selection in growth traits in three beef cattle breeds raised under ranch conditions in Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2016)The study estimated phenotypic and genetic parameters and responses to selection of growth traits in three beef cattle breeds raised under ranch conditions in Botswana. Weights at birth (BW), weights at weaning (7 months; ... -
Pathological findings in animals in Gaborone area.
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Training needs of youth organizational leaders in Nigeria.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2014)Training needs of youth leaders in Ikpoba-Okha, Egor and Oredo Local Government Areas of Edo State, Nigeria were studied. Data were obtained using a combination of structured questionnaire and interview schedule to source ... -
Using factor analysis to characterise the body structure of male and female indigenous Tswana goat at the kid and grower ages.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2014)This study was conducted to estimate the relationships among body measurements and determine underlying factors describing the body structure of female and male Tswana goats at kid and grower age-groups. Body-weight (BW), ... -
Effects of planting date and transgenic maize hybrids on Fusarium ear rot severity at Hoytville and Wooster, Ohio, USA.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2014)A three year study was conducted at Hoytville and Wooster, Ohio from 2006 to 2008 to find out how sequential planting of transgenic and non-transgenic maize influence Fusarium ear rot of maize. Maize hybrids with different ... -
Documentation of indigenous knowledge and best-bet practices on the use of animals and plants for sustainable natural resources management in Botswana.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2014)A study was carried out to document indigenous knowledge (IK) and practice on use of animals and plants, and best-bet practices (BBPs) during Phase I (2003-2004) of the Desert Margins Programme (DMP), whose overall objective ... -
Evaluation of carcass, organ and organoleptic properties of spent layers of different poultry types.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This study was designed to assess carcass, organ and organoleptic properties of spent layers of different poultry species; comprising of geese, local chicken, commercial chicken and quails. Eight (8) birds of each species ... -
Profitability analysis of cashew production in Wenchi municipality in Ghana
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This paper examines smallholder cashew farmers’ socioeconomic characteristics and the profitability of cashew production in Wenchi Municipality of Brong-Ahafo Region of Ghana. The study used primary data which was collected ... -
Analysis of fruit yield and its components in determinate tomato (Lycopersicon lycopersci) using correlation and path coefficient
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)A field experiment was carried out using six determinate tomatoes at Sebele Agricultural Research Station, during 2010/11 season. The objectives of the experiment were to; (1) determine the correlation among the components ... -
Measuring transaction costs in marketing cattle in Southern Botswana: A case study
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This study attempted to identify factors responsible for transaction costs that private and communal livestock farmers in the southern region of Botswana face. Sample survey data were used to estimate the parameters of a ... -
Gross and microanatomical changes at the weight bearing points of ostrich induced by soil or concrete floor and implications for welfare.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This study investigated the gross and microanatomical changes occurring at the weight bearing points on the ostrich body surface induced by rearing on soil floor or on concrete floor and the implications for the welfare ... -
Drought and grazing influence on Northern Chihuahuan desert rangelands, New Mexico.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)A short term cattle grazing trial was started in June 1992 in the Chihuahuan Desert in Southern New Mexico to study the influence of drought and grazing on plant responses. Paddocks were grazed in June and September each ... -
Responses of leaf parameters of Arabidopsis thaliana ecotypes to change in CO2 concentrations.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)An increase in anthropogenic generation of carbon dioxide (CO2) is one of the characteristic features of global climate change. How plants respond to this change has critical implications for the performance of both natural ... -
The challenges of Ilaje youth in combining education with artisanal fishing in Ondo State, Nigeria.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)The study examined how Ilajes in-school youth entrepreneurs combined their education with fishing activities in Ondo State. It examined their personal characteristics, period of involvement and educational activities. ... -
Effects of chemical preservatives and water quality on postharvest keeping quality of cut Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum L)
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This study was carried out to investigate effects of various chemicals added to vase solutions and also effects of water quality on the post-harvest physiology of Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum L.) cut stems. The vase ... -
Evaluation of carcass, organ and organoleptic properties of spent layers of different poultry types.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2013)This study was designed to assess carcass, organ and organoleptic properties of spent layers of different poultry species; comprising of geese, local chicken, commercial chicken and quails. Eight (8) birds of each species ... -
Effects of substituting rice flour as fillers for wheat flour at varying levels in beef sausage production.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2012)To derive optimum benefits from agricultural products is to add value to these products. In the meat industry, sausage making is a well known process of adding value to what could otherwise be considered low quality meats ... -
Rotavirus and Cryptosporidium infection in bovine calves in Southern Botswana.
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2012)A cross-sectional study on prevalences of Rotavirus (RV) and Cryptosporidium parvum infections was carried out in dairy and beef calves in 31 farms over a 2-year period. Enzyme immunoassay (EIA) was to determine RV and C. ... -
The effects of cattle-goat mixed grazing on steer performance and rangeland condition in semi-arid north eastern Botswana #
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2012)Cattle and goats mixed grazing trial was carried out at Impala Research Station from January 2007 to October 2010, to determine the influence of different combinations of cattle and goats ratio on the performance of cattle ... -
The influence of management systems on rangeland conditions under different environments in Botswana #
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2012)The present study investigated rangeland conditions in communally grazed lands and ranches in different parts of semiarid Botswana. Soils and vegetation assessments were carried out along 23 transects randomly located in ...