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Effects of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers on growth, yield, and yield components of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L) Moench)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2013-06)
Greenhouse and Held experiments were conducted during the 2009 and 2010 growing seasons at Botswana College of Agriculture to evaluate the effect of different levels of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) ...
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 ...
Evaluation of the diversity and pest status of fruit flies on marula, Sclerocarya Birrea in Gabane, Mochudi and Rasesa
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2011-07)
Manila (Sclerocarya birrea) is one of the most useful indigenous trees in Africa. The fruits of marula are used to produce useful products such as juice, jam and beer. The seed kernels are very rich in proteins and can be ...
Evaluation of the nutritional potential of safflower (Carthamus tinctoriiis L.) leaves, seed and cake after oil extraction to be used as animal feed
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2017-09)
Safflower is an annual oil seed crop adapted to arid and saline regions of the world, is a
potentially novel food and medicine source, which has not been fully explored in the last
century. Safflower’s ability to forage ...
Characterisation of Jatropha curcas L. germplasm within Botswana using morphological and molecular markers (SSR)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2017-06)
Jatropha curcas L. is an undomesticated plant species that has recently received great attention
for its utilization in biofuel production in many countries including Botswana. The main goal of
this study was to identify ...
Identification and classification of finger millet (Elcusine coracana ) accessions using morphological traits and DNA finger printing
(Khon Kaen University, 2012)
Information on genetic diversity of germplasms is very important for every breeding program, thus evaluation and characterization of germplasms is the first and most important step for any breeding program. Different tools ...
Effect of weaning age and sex on bone development and meat quality traits of pigs raised under intensive system and slaughtered at 70 kg body weight
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2014-06)
Two studies were carried out to determine the effects of weaning age and sex on bone development and meat quality of pigs raised under intensive system. slaughtered at 70 kg body weight. A total of 24 piglets (12 males and ...
Design and development of a borehole pumping and water level monitoring control system in Botswana
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2017-11-07)
Botswana experiences recurrent droughts and has limited surface water resources with the
average annual rainfall varying from a minimum of less than 250 mm in the Southwest region
and a maximum of about 650 mm in the ...
Effects of nitrogen and phosphorus nutrition on growth, yield, yield components and fruit quality of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus Thumb)
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2015-11)
An experiment was conducted in the Botswana College of Agriculture, Notwane farm in
Gaborone North to evaluate the effect of nitrogen and phosphorus on growth, yield, yield
components and quality of watermelon (Citrullus ...
Physiological responses and meat quality of Potchefstroom koekoek cockerels offered canola meal as an alternative to soybean meal
(North-West University, 2018-05)
The current study was conducted to assess growth performance, protein utilisation efficiency, blood parameters, meat quality, bone breaking strength, density and mineral composition of Potchefstroom Koekoek (PK) cockerels ...