College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences: Recent submissions

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Effectiveness of varied refugia configurations for genetically modified maize (Zea mays L.) in KwaZulu-Natal midlands

Moodley, Odeshnee (2013-11)

Genetically modified (GM) white and yellow maize, Zea mays, has been commercially released and cultivated in South Africa since 1997/1998. The traits expressed are insect resistance and herbicide tolerance conferred by the ...
Epidemiology and multilocus sequence typing of group B streptococcus colonising pregnant women and their neonates at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Pretoria

Monyama, Maropeng Charles (2013-11)

Background: Group B streptococcus (GBS) is regarded as one of the most important causes of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in many parts of the world. GBS recto-vaginal colonization is important in the health ...
Socio-economic factors that affect livestock numbers : a case study of smallholder cattle and sheep farmers in the Free State province of South Africa

Ogunkoya, Folasade Temitope (2014-05)

The study was conducted across the four district municipalities in the Free State province of South Africa. The objective of the study was to determine socio-economic factors that affected livestock numbers among smallholder ...
An assessment of the contribution of agricultural non-point source pollution on the water quality of the Vaal River within the Grootdraai Dam catchment

Ncube, Scott (2015-01-26)

This study assesses the contribution of agricultural non-point source pollution, to poor water quality of the Vaal River within the Grootdraai dam catchment area. The study evaluates agricultural pollutants affecting the ...
The impact of economic liberalisation on the spatial patterns of peasant crop farming in Zambia since 1991 : the case of Chibombo District in central Zambia

Malambo, Augrey Hicigaali (1999-11-30)

This is a comparative study of the spatial patterns of peasant crop farming in Chibombo District between the 1980s and the 1990s. The study lists and discusses the agricultural support system, communication infrastructure ...
An infrastructure potential cost model for integrated land use and infrastructure planning

Biermann, Sharon Merle (1998-11)

The purpose of the bulk infrastructure potential cost model is to provide a tool for planners to ensure the incorporation of bulk infrastructure cost considerations into the early, land suitability assessment phase of the ...
Spatial analysis of development projects in Venda : a case study of the Tshivhase tea estate

Adjei, Alexander (1995-01)

The research was undertaken to investigate the impact of the Tshivhase Tea Estate on the space economy of Venda, the people and area ofMapate, and Duthuni, among whom the Tea Estate is established. The approach is based ...
Lineêre plantegroeipatroon in die Warmbadgebied, Noordelike Provinsie

Barnard, Janine Jacqueline (1998-11)

Lineere plantegroeipatrone bestaande uit afwisselende grasryke mikrotrog- en boomryke- kruinbane wat parallel met die helling georienteer is, kom voor op die voetbang van die Baviaansberg, in die Warmbadgebied, Noordelike ...
Ondersteuningstelsels vir verpleegkundiges in geselekteerde hospitale in die Oos-Kaap

Du Preez, Catharina Maria (1995-01)

'n Opname is onder verpleegkundiges in diens van geselekteerde hospitale onderneem ten einde te bepaal watter ondersteuningstelsels tans in die hospitale vir verpleegkundiges beskikbaar is. Daar is ook bepaal hoe effektief ...
Shopping centre development strategies for emerging markets in KwaZulu-Natal

Warrington, Neville Harold (2001-11)

The first fully enclosed, airconditioned shopping mall in a black township in South Africa opened in 1979 in Umlazi, outside Durban. The provincial development corporation (Ithala) spearheaded emerging market shopping centre ...
An analysis of urban transport demand in Windhoek : a case study of the Katatura and Khomsdal residential areas

Oherein, Daniel Lee Asikhia (1995-11)

Existing travel patterns in Windhoek are influenced by the past land use policy of restricted urban development in the former townships ofKatutura and Khomasdal. Thus residents in these townships are faced with longer ...
A management plan for locally generated economic development in South Africa

Nel, Verna Joan (1999-06)

Local authorities in South Africa need to compile and implement local economic development plans. These plans are not only required by law as a component of integrated development plans, but also emanate from the pressing ...
Netwerkbeplanning van die riviervloeimeetstasienetwerk in die Oos-Transvaal

Meijer, Engelbert Johan (1994-02)

Water is in 'n relatief droe land soos Suid-Afrika van uiterste belang. Daar is 'n groot behoefte aan inligting oor die potensieel verbruikbare waterbronne. Hierin word voorsien deur 'n netwerk van riviervloeimeetstasies. Met ...
Evaluating the effects of invasive alien plants on water availability and usability of lake water in Gauteng Province

Rwizi, Lameck (2014-08)

The invasion of ecosystems by alien species is a growing threat to the delivery of ecosystem services. This study explored the spatial distribution of water hyacinth in the Benoni Lakes and made analysis of its impact ...
Determinants of Rural Household Food Security in Drought-Prone Areas of Ethiopia: Case study in Lay Gaint District, Amhara Region

Berlie, Arega Bazezew (2015-01-21)

This study examines rural household food security and its determinants in drought-prone Amhara Region of Ethiopia by focusing on Lay Gaint district as a case study site. A range of factors from physical environmental ...
The evaluation of different banana bunch protection materials on selected banana cultivars for optimum fruit production and quality in Nampula Province, Mozambique

Kutinyu, Rodrick (2014-06)

Mozambique has potential to boost its banana exports. To fully realise this, agronomic practices in production should be fully developed to combat physiological disorders associated with banana within the region. Currently, ...
Analysing the contribution of ICTS in addressing climate change amongst communal farmers from two districts of Zimbabwe

Mudombi, Shakespear (2014-09)

Climate change involves long-term change in the state of the climate. It is expected to have negative effects which include the increased frequency and intensity of climate extremes such as droughts, floods and storms. In ...
The effect of zilpaterol hydrochloride on feedlot performance and carcass characteristics in weaner steers

Mantiziba, Chipo Winnie (2015-01-12)

An experiment was conducted using forty-one Bonsmara steers (age ± 7 months) to determine the effect of zilpaterol hydrochloride (ZH) on the growth performance and carcass characteristics. The trial was structured using ...
The beneficiation of carbonate rich coal seam water through the cultivation of Arthrospira Maxima (Spirulina)

Grove, Francois Michael (2013-06)

Coal seams are commonly associated with poor quality water that requires treatment. Water treatment can be very expensive and can severely affect the profitability of mining projects. This study investigated the potential ...
Understanding household food insecurity and coping strategies of street traders in Durban

Bikombo, Bunana Gaby (2014-06)

Food insecurity in South Africa is not due to a shortage of food in the country but to inadequate access to food by poor groups of individuals and households. Many people, who lost their jobs due to retrenchments or can’t ...

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