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OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN ENHANCING FOOD PRODUCTION AND SECURITY IN THE CONTEXT OF CLIMATE CHANGE EFFECTS IN SUB SAHARAN AFRICA
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This discussion explores the opportunities and challenges in enhancing food production and security in the context of climatic variability in Sub Saharan Africa. The promotion of sustainable use of plant and animal products with emphasis on…
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THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ENGENDERED INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN SMALLHOLDER ANIMAL AGRICULTURE IN SUB SAHARAN AFRICA
The subject of gender and animal agriculture has attracted attention in recent years, primarily from the need to addressing the gender divide and fulfilling the special needs of women in food production. Animal agriculture is severely constrained by…
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URBAN AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY: A CASE
STUDY OF OLD PUMULA SUBURB OF BULAWAYO IN
ZIMBABWE
This study is an investigation on how urban agriculture enhances food security in Old Pumula suburb of Bulawayo. The study sought
to establish the nature and extent of urban agriculture in Old Pumula identify challenges faced by urban farmers and…
to establish the nature and extent of urban agriculture in Old Pumula identify challenges faced by urban farmers and…
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CLOSING GENDER ASSET GAP IN LAND ACCESS AND CONTROL IN A1 SCHEMES IN ZIMBABWE
The study reflected on the impact of the fast track land reform programme, 2000-2002 on the
distribution of land between men and women in A1 resettlement areas in Zimbabwe. Throughout the discourse
on the land reform programme, the virtues of land…
distribution of land between men and women in A1 resettlement areas in Zimbabwe. Throughout the discourse
on the land reform programme, the virtues of land…
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GENDER AND SMALLHOLDER LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION, IMPROVEMENT
AND CONSERVATION IN AFRICA
Policy makers, developmental agents and researchers are now aware of the need to incorporate gender issues in smallholder livestock production planning and development in order to improve livestock productivity in Africa. This discussion attempt to…
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One principal source of unsubstantial meat production
efficiency in commercial small ruminants is high kid/lamb
mortality, where a larger proportion of kid/lamb crop fails to
reach marketable age resulting in immense economic losses.
There is…
efficiency in commercial small ruminants is high kid/lamb
mortality, where a larger proportion of kid/lamb crop fails to
reach marketable age resulting in immense economic losses.
There is…
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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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GOAT PRODUCTION AS A MITIGATION STRATEGY TO CLIMATE CHANGE VULNERABILITY IN SEMI ARID TROPICS.
Due to climatic variability in semi arid tropics, livestock production faces many challenges that threaten its viability. This is a review that looks at the potential of goat production as one of the many mitigating strategies in confronting climate…
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EFFECT OF MORINGA OLEIFERA LEAF AQUEOUS EXTRACT ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF RAPE AND CABBAGE
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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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GROWTH, CARCASS AND MEAT PERFORMANCE IN GOAT AND SHEEP BREEDS AND THEIR
CROSSES
he growth performance, carcass and meat properties are the
driving factors for efficiency and overall viability of goat and sheep meat
production systems. These performance factors are much dependent on
genotype, although the overall productive…
driving factors for efficiency and overall viability of goat and sheep meat
production systems. These performance factors are much dependent on
genotype, although the overall productive…
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THE ROLE OF HOME BACKGROUND ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT GRADE SEVEN LEVEL
IN MOUNT DARWIN SCHOOLS IN MASHONALAND CENTRAL PROVINCE OF ZIMBABWE
The aim of this present study was to examine the relationship between home background and academic
achievement of Grade seven pupils in Mount Darwin District in northern Zimbabwe. The quantitative methodology was
used and a population of all the…
achievement of Grade seven pupils in Mount Darwin District in northern Zimbabwe. The quantitative methodology was
used and a population of all the…
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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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IMPACT OF PLURALISTIC AND DEMAND DRIVEN EXTENSION ON CROP PRODUCTION. A CASE STUDY OF GOKWE SOUTH WARD 23, ZIMBABWE
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IMPACT OF TRAINING COUPLES ON DECISION MAKING AND PLANNING ON FOOD AND
INCOME SECURITY: A CASE OF COWPEAS FARMERS IN GURUVE DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE
The study’s main aim was to evaluate the impact of gender household targeted training (added to technical skills acquired) on
decision making and planning on food and income security. Determining the level of women participation in household…
decision making and planning on food and income security. Determining the level of women participation in household…
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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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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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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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IN VITRO DEGRADABILITY OF FORAGE LEGUMES USING THE ANKOM RF GAS TECHNIQUE
The AnkomRF gas production technique was used to assess rumen degradability of Mucuna pruriens (velvet bean), Vigna
unguiculata Walp (L) (cowpea) and Desmodium uncinatum (silverleaf desmodium) forage legumes. Forage samples of 1.0
g/DM were placed…
unguiculata Walp (L) (cowpea) and Desmodium uncinatum (silverleaf desmodium) forage legumes. Forage samples of 1.0
g/DM were placed…
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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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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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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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HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH ON
IN-COUNTRY DETERMINANTS
AND IMPLICATIONS OF
FOREIGN LAND ACQUISITIONS
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