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HE KEY CAUSESOF FLUE-CURED TOBACCO SIDE-MARKETING WITHIN THE
SMALLHOLDER CONTRACT FARMING SCHEME IN ZIMBABWE AND POSSIBLE
SOLUTIONS
This study aimed to uncover the reasons for tobacco side-marketing within the smallholder tobaccocontract scheme in Zimbabwe. The study noted that in the year 2000 Zimbabwe introduced aunique land reform programme, which was rather violent in some…
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EFFECTS OF IN-ROW SPACING ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF IRISH POTATO (SOLANUM TUBEROSUM L.) VARIETIES IN EASTERN HIGHLANDS OF ZIMBABWE
rish potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) yields vary widely, usually showing a declining trend, due to differences in in-row spacing used,as well as poor varietal selection for specific locations. This study evaluated the growth and yield responses to…
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EFFECT OF MORINGA EXTRACT ON GROWTH AND
YIELD OF TOMATO
ials were carried out to evaluate the effect of Moringa oleifera leaf extract as a
growth hormone on growth and yield of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentumL var.
Rodade).
In the greenhouse, five treatments were used: the control, where only…
growth hormone on growth and yield of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentumL var.
Rodade).
In the greenhouse, five treatments were used: the control, where only…
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SOYA BEAN & MAIZE VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
The purpose of the presentation is to highlight and recommend promising agricultural chains that
can be developed to give meaningful economic benefits to small holder farmers. This will be
anchored on sustainable partnership with the private…
can be developed to give meaningful economic benefits to small holder farmers. This will be
anchored on sustainable partnership with the private…
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GENOTYPE INFLUENCING YIELD AND MILK COMPOSITION IN DIFFERENT DAIRY PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
The milk yield and milk composition of dairy animals are influenced by a large number of factors. Generally, these factors are based on genetic and non-genetic differences between dairy animals. While the genetic potential of an animal is fixed at…
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IMPACT OF MASTER FARMER TRAINING ON SMALLHOLDER FARMERS’ RAPOKO ELEUSINE
CORACANA (L.) PRODUCTIVITY IN BUHERA DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE
Sustainability revolves around many factors which include technological training, number of farmers trained and high
yields. The study investigates impact of Master Farmer Training (MFT) on rapoko Eleusine coracana (L.) cultivation,
considering in…
yields. The study investigates impact of Master Farmer Training (MFT) on rapoko Eleusine coracana (L.) cultivation,
considering in…
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MAIZE-COWPEA INTERCROPPING AND WEED
SUPPRESSION IN LEAF STRIPPED AND DETASSELLED
MAIZE IN ZIMBABWE
A study was conducted to evaluate the suitability of cowpea (Vigna anguiculata) varieties
for maize-cowpea intercropping in leaf stripped and detasselled maize at the University
of Zimbabwe Farm during the 2005/6 cropping season. A Randomized…
for maize-cowpea intercropping in leaf stripped and detasselled maize at the University
of Zimbabwe Farm during the 2005/6 cropping season. A Randomized…
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ISSUES AND CONCERNS IN PRO POOR COMMUNITY BASED CATTLE BREEDING PROGRAM IN BULILIMAMANGWE DISTRICT OF ZIMBABWE
Cattle rearing plays a crucial role in the semi arid communal
areas of Zimbabwe, as a result any developmental strategy that is
aimed at improving household livelihood in these areas should target
cattle production. The objective of the study was…
areas of Zimbabwe, as a result any developmental strategy that is
aimed at improving household livelihood in these areas should target
cattle production. The objective of the study was…
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EFFECTS OF NUTRITION ON YIELD AND MILK COMPOSITION IN SHEEP AND GOATS
he majority of sheep and goat milk produced in the world is
transformed into cheese, therefore, feeding is a major factor
affecting the quality of sheep and goat milk and, hence sheep and
goat cheese quality. This discussion is an attempt to…
transformed into cheese, therefore, feeding is a major factor
affecting the quality of sheep and goat milk and, hence sheep and
goat cheese quality. This discussion is an attempt to…
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IMPACT OF PLURALISTIC AND DEMAND DRIVEN EXTENSION ON CROP PRODUCTION. A CASE STUDY OF GOKWE SOUTH WARD 23, ZIMBABWE
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Agriculture forms the backbone of economies of most developing countries and Zimbabwe is not an exception. Majority of Zimbabwe's…
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INDIGENOUS GOATS AND SHEEP BREEDS AND THEIR CROSSES IN THE TROPICS AND
SUBTROPICS: GROWTH TRAITS, CARCASS PARAMETERS AND MEAT QUALITY PROPERTIES
The tropics and subtropics is a habitat to diverse populations of
indigenous goats and sheep breeds known for their adaptability to the
existing harsh agro-ecological conditions and the majority are reared
under traditional systems of management.…
indigenous goats and sheep breeds known for their adaptability to the
existing harsh agro-ecological conditions and the majority are reared
under traditional systems of management.…
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INFLUENCE OF NON-GENETIC FACTORS WEIGHT AND CARCASS TRAITS IN
INDIGENOUS MATEBELE GOAT
The objective of the present study was to establish the non-genetic factors which affect slaughter weight
and carcass traits. A mixed classification model containing the effects of year of slaughter, age at slaughter,
month of slaughter and sex was…
and carcass traits. A mixed classification model containing the effects of year of slaughter, age at slaughter,
month of slaughter and sex was…
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SIGNIFICANCE OF LITTER SIZE, DURATION OF DRY PERIOD AND STAGE OF PREGNACY ON
MILK YIELD AND COMPOSITION IN DAIRY ANIMALS
The factors influencing the amount and composition of
produced milk can be divided into two groups, namely internal
and external factors. This is very important to remember when
evaluating the milk quality and in the improvement of milk yield
and…
produced milk can be divided into two groups, namely internal
and external factors. This is very important to remember when
evaluating the milk quality and in the improvement of milk yield
and…
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IMPLEMENTATION OF E-LEARNING IN THE NORTHERN CENTRAL
DISTRICT OF HARARE, ZIMBABWE.(2015-2017)
The study sought to investigate the implementation of e-learning in schools
and was a case study of Harare Northern Central District from 2015 to 2017. The
research objectives were to determine the benefits of e-learning, identify the
challenges…
and was a case study of Harare Northern Central District from 2015 to 2017. The
research objectives were to determine the benefits of e-learning, identify the
challenges…
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THE EFFECTS OF PLANTING METHODS ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF
GROUNDNUT (
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA) CULTIVAR NATAL COMMON IN AFRICA
SOUTH OF THE SAHARA
The most appropriate planting method to use for optimum growth and yield of groundnuts (Arachis hypogaea)
in Africa South of the Sahara (ASS) among those currently used is not known, as the methods are highly
influenced by environmental conditions…
in Africa South of the Sahara (ASS) among those currently used is not known, as the methods are highly
influenced by environmental conditions…
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VINE HARVESTING FREQUENCY IMPACT ON TUBER YIELD ATTRIBUTES OF
COMMONEST SWEET POTATO CULTIVAR IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) root tubers and vines are important for human and animal nutritional
requirements, respectively; the vines being additionally used for propagation, but root tuber yield is greatly
affected by vine harvesting…
requirements, respectively; the vines being additionally used for propagation, but root tuber yield is greatly
affected by vine harvesting…
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EFFECT OF MORINGA OLEIFERA LEAF AQUEOUS EXTRACT ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF RAPE AND CABBAGE
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DETERMINATION AND QUANTIFICATION OF SINIGRIN GLUCOSINOLATES IN ALTERNARIA
SOLANI SUSCEPTIBLE TOMATO ( SOLANUM LYCOPERSICUM ) LEAVES TREATED WITH
MORINGA ( MORINGA OLEIFERA ) LEAF E…
The study investigates the presence and quantity of anti-
microbial sinigrin glucosinolates in tomato leaves after
spraying them with moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaf extract
(MLAE). Moringa concentrates (0.5, 0.75, 1.00 and 1.5 kg L1
(w v1
))…
microbial sinigrin glucosinolates in tomato leaves after
spraying them with moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaf extract
(MLAE). Moringa concentrates (0.5, 0.75, 1.00 and 1.5 kg L1
(w v1
))…
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EFFICACY OF LANTANA (LANTANA CAMARA) EXTRACT APPLICATION
AGAINST APHIDS (BREVICORYNE BRASSICAE) IN RAPE
(BRASSICA NAPUS) OVER VARIED PERIODS OF TIME
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EFFECT OF MORINGA EXTRACT ON GROWTH AND
YIELD OF MAIZE AND COMMON BEANS
An evaluation on the potential benefit of using Moringa oleifera leaf extract as a
growth hormone on common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) and maize (Zea mays)
was done. Trials were carried out in the greenhouse and field. In the greenhouse,
five…
growth hormone on common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) and maize (Zea mays)
was done. Trials were carried out in the greenhouse and field. In the greenhouse,
five…
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ASSESSING THE EFFECTS OF CONSERVATION
AGRICULTURE ON MAIZE YIELD IN
NYAKATSAPA, MUTASA DISTRICT, MANICALAND
PROVINCE: IMPLICATIONS ON EXTENSION
ADVICE TO FARMERS IN PROMOTING THE
AGRICULTURE
he study assessed the effects of conservation agriculture on maize yield in
Nyakatsapa, Mutasa district. 20 ca farmers, 20 farmers doing conventional farming
system and area AEW were used as research subjects in 2011/2012 farming…
Nyakatsapa, Mutasa district. 20 ca farmers, 20 farmers doing conventional farming
system and area AEW were used as research subjects in 2011/2012 farming…
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MORINGA (MORINGA OLEIFERA) LEAF EXTRACTS INHIBIT
SPORE GERMINATION OF ALTERNARIA SOLANI, CAUSAL
AGENT OF EARLY BLIGHT DISEASE OF TOMATO (SOLANUM
LYCOPERSICUM)
Alternaria solani is highly infective and can sporulate on tomato at 13.2 × 10 6 spores mL−1. The fungicidal effect of
Moringa oleifera leaf chloroform and aqueous extracts (MLCE and MLAE, respectively) was investigated in vitro
to determine the…
Moringa oleifera leaf chloroform and aqueous extracts (MLCE and MLAE, respectively) was investigated in vitro
to determine the…
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ASSESSING THE EFFECT OF ADEQUATE AND
INADEQUATE INORGANIC FERTILIZER RATES ON
THE YIELD LEVELS OF PAPRIKA IN MUTASA
RESETTLEMENT AREA, MANICALAND
PROVINCE, ZIMBABWE
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COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER LINKAGES IN AGROFORESTRY DEVELOPMENT: EXPERIENCES
FROM ZIMBABWE
The need for tertiary institutions’ involvement in agroforestry development is relevant now
more than ever due to limited funding within the national research and extension institutions
and weak community/stakeholder linkages. A study was…
more than ever due to limited funding within the national research and extension institutions
and weak community/stakeholder linkages. A study was…
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INSURING TOBACCO CROP BY MT DARWIN DISTRICT SMALLHOLDER
FARMERS: A MYTH OR REALITY
In recent years, tobacco farming has taken an increase among smallholder farmers in
Zimbabwe. High and immediate payments made by buyers of tobacco have caused this shift
to tobacco farming especially in Mt Darwin district of Zimbabwe. Hence even…
Zimbabwe. High and immediate payments made by buyers of tobacco have caused this shift
to tobacco farming especially in Mt Darwin district of Zimbabwe. Hence even…
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