Faculty of Agriculture Environment and Food Systems: Recent submissions
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Integration of indigenous and scientific knowledge in climate adaptation in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa
(De Gruyter Open., 2017-07-20)Indigenous knowledge has for generations assisted rural subsistence farming communities adapt to climate change and make daily decisions regarding agriculture. This study was conducted in the rural community of Swayimane, ... -
Soil nitrogen and physical properties and maize yields after mixed planted fallows of tree and herbaceous legumes
(Springer International, 2016-05)An experiment was conducted at Msekera Research Station from 1998 to 2002 to determine effect of planted fallows of tree species mixed with herbaceous legumes and those of single species fallows on biomass production, ... -
Smallholder farmer perceptions on climate change and variability: a predisposition for their aubsequent adaptation strategies
(2015-06-08)Smallholder farmers are facing several climate-related challenges. Projected changes in climate are expected to aggravate the existing challenges. This study was conducted in Chiredzi district, Masvingo, Zimbabwe. The ... -
Tracking the release of soil nitrate and labile in a legume - maize rotation in Zimbabwe
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2017-11-28)This study compared the effect of a weedy fallow (5.2 t/ha biomass), a velvet bean (Mucuna pruriens) cut for hay (7.2 t/ha biomass) and a green-manured M. pruriens (6.49 t/ha biomass) on the dynamics of soil N and C in a ... -
Climate change impacts on crop production and smallholder farmer livelihoods in Limpopo Province, Northern South Africa
(Daya Publishing House, 2019)Climate change and variability directly influences the food supply and livelihoods of billions of people, particularly smallholder farmers who depend on climate-sensitive rainfed agriculture. This study investigated the ... -
Nutrient availability following planted tree fallows and benefits to subsequent maize crops
(IJAIR, 2016)The effect of a two-year Sesbania and Tephrosia fallow on soil properties and growth of subsequent maize was examined in Zambia. The study was conducted on 18 sites laid in a randomized complete block design with farmers ... -
Agroforestry: Fertilizer Trees.
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Nutrient Dynamics in Wetland Organic Vegetable Production Systems in Eastern Zambia
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2016-01-19)The aim of this study was to determine effects of organic inputs on vegetable crops and on a subsequent maize crop grown in wetlands. The following treatments were applied to cabbage (Brassica oleracea) and onion (Allium ... -
Partial Nutrient Balances in Tropical Velvet Bean-Maize System in Zimbabwe
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2017-12-15)In a field experiment on legume-maize cropping sequence, the effect of nitrogen and phosphate fertiliser application on nutrient budgeting after a two year cropping cycle was studied. The results of this work showed that ... -
Velvet Bean and Cowpea Residual Effects on Maize Crop in Smallholder Farming Areas of Zimbabwe
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2017-10-31)On-farm research was conducted in Dendenyore Communal Land and Zana Resettlement areas of Hwedza District, Zimbabwe from 1999 to 2001.The objective of the study was to evaluate the effects of velvet bean and cowpea on ... -
Tepary bean: a climate smart crop for food and nutritional security
(2016-04-08)The variability of climate demands the use of a variety of agronomic strategies and crop choices. Traditional drought tolerant crops such as sorghum are often chosen when drought seasons are anticipated. However, there are ... -
Climate Scenarios in Relation to Agricultural Patterns of Major Crops in Southern Africa
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Influence of smallholder farmers’ perceptions on adaptation strategies to climate change and policy implications in Zimbabwe
(De Gruyter Open., 2017-02-01)Smallholder agricultural production is largely affected by climate change and variability. Despite the negative effects brought by climate variability, smallholder farmers are still able to derive livelihoods. ... -
Climate change mainstreaming in extension agents training curricula: a case of Mopani and Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa
(SAGE, 2019)This study assessed the provision of informal training offered by the Limpopo Department of Agriculture, South Africa, to agricultural extension officers (AEOs). The study used surveyed 90 public extension officers ... -
Running out of options? The status of service delivery in the Harare- Chitungwiza metropolis
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The food security environment nexus in urban agriculture in Harare
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Some insights into the phenotypic and genetic diversity of indigenous pigs in Southern Africa
(South African Journal of Animal Science, 2012-01)Indigenous pigs in southern Africa are mainly owned by economically vulnerable groups in marginal areas where they are used as a source food, income and security. A study was carried out to achieve three objectives: to ... -
Genetic prediction models and heritability estimates for functional longevity in dairy cattle
(South African Journal of Animal Science, 2015-05-09)Longevity is a major component of the breeding objective for dairy cattle in many countries because of its high economic value. The trait has been recommended for inclusion in the breeding objective for dairy cattle in ... -
A value chain analysis of flue cured virginia leaf tobacco in Zimbabwe
(2016)Tobacco is undoubtedly the major agricultural export crop for Zimbabwe raking in close to a billion United States dollars in 2012. Flue Cured Virginia tobacco remains one of the few economically viable options for Zimbabwe ...
