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Department of Agriculture, Animal Health and Human Ecology: Recent submissions

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Physiological responses of Ross 308 broiler chickens fed graded levels of Moringa oleifera leaf meal (MOLM): some aspects of haematology and serum biochemistry

Mojanaga, Morwaledi Morategi Cornelia (2019-02)

The high cost of feed materials and feed additives in developing nations has elicited interest in the search for sustainable alternatives. Moringa (Moringa oleifera), one of such sustainable alternatives is a tropical plant ...
Impact of mining on agriculture and socio-economic aspects in the rural communities of Greater Tubatse Local Municipality

Tsebe, Mapuru Rachel (2018-09)

The majority of people in the mining areas in Limpopo, South Africa, depend on agriculture to sustain their livelihoods; however, the mines have also become important because they create better employment opportunities. ...
Rangeland management practices among emerging livestock farmers in Gauteng province, South Africa

Letsoalo, Ngoako Lucas (2019-01)

In South Africa, communal and/or emerging farmers’ rangeland condition and grazing capacities deteriorate, because grazing capacity is usually over-estimated due to lack of knowledge on veld and livestock production system ...
Avoiding pitfalls in determining antimicrobial activity of plant extracts and publishing the results

Eloff, Jacobus N (2019-05-22)

Abstract Background There is an urgent need to discover new antimicrobial compounds or extracts to address the crucial problem of increasing microbial resistance against ...
Implication of climate change on livelihood and adaptation of small and emerging maize farmers in the North West Province of South Africa

Oduniyi, Oluwaseun Samuel (2018-08)

Climate change implication and rural livelihood capitals remain the major inextricable dimensions of sustainability in this twenty first century globally. As a result, the impact and outcome of climate change on rural ...
Impact of agricultural infrastructure on productivity of smallholder farmers in the North West Province, South Africa

Mazibuko, Ndumiso Vusumuzi Ezra (2018)

The aim of the study was to investigate the impact of agricultural infrastructure on agricultural productivity and agricultural income of smallholder farmers in the North West Province, South Africa. Factors that contribute ...
The impact of supply chain on sustainability of small-scale poultry farmers in Ratlou local municipality, North West province

Selaledi, Letlhogonolo Andrew (2017-12)

The aim of the study was to analyse the current supply chain in relation to the influence of suppliers, infrastructure, market, production process and distribution of products on sustainability of small-scale poultry ...
Evaluation study on linkages of selected pieces of legislation and spheres of government on plant health system in South Africa

Rambauli, Maanda (2018-02)

Plant health system is an important element for the control and management of plant pests to ensure food production and security as well as safe trade. The objectives of this study were to: identify the existing knowledge ...
Survey of brucellosis among people at risk in Lagos, Nigeria

Adeyemi, Akinroyeje Kehinde (2018-02)

Brucellosis is one of the neglected diseases in Nigeria. In Lagos, the commercial capital of Nigeria with about twenty one million people, a descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in order to determine the ...
In vitro antibacterial and cytotoxic activity of leaf extracts of Centella asiatica (L.) Urb, Warburgia salutaris (Bertol. F.) Chiov and Curtisia dentata (Burm. F.) C.A.Sm - medicinal plants used in South Africa

Soyingbe, Oluwagbemiga S; Mongalo, Nkoana I; Makhafola, Tshepiso J (2018-11-29)

Abstract Background Compounds having both anticancer and antimicrobial activity have promising therapeutic potential due to their selective cytotoxicity and their potential ...
Effects of Carica papaya seed (Linn) meal on health and performance of Jersey calves

Makoya, Rudzani Prescious (2018-01)

Twenty four Jersey calves were randomly blocked according to sex and birth date, to determine the effects of supplementing Carica papaya seed (Linn) meal (CPSM) on health and growth performance of calves. In the first ...
Factors influencing market access and livestock marketing inefficiency in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

Sehar, Malika (2018-01)

Livestock production is the primary financial resource for most farmers in Mpumalanga province. Although commercial farmers require necessary equipment and technology to maximise their production and profit, but emerging ...
Salivary gland transcriptome of Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus

Genu, Siyamcela (2018-11)

The cattle tick, Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus is a tick of veterinary and health importance globally, transmitting Babesia bovis and B. bigemina. Tick control is important and needed to prevent livestock diseases ...
The contribution of urban agriculture to food security in Emfuleni Local Municipality, Gauteng Province

Modibedi, Thabo Phillip (2018-03)

This study evaluated the contribution of urban agriculture (community gardens) to food security in Emfuleni Local Municipality in Gauteng province. The objectives were to determine the socio-demographic characteristics ...
In Vitro effects of Megasphaera Elsdenii Ncimb 41125 and Saccharomyces Cerevisiae 1026 on Rumen fermentation in early lactating cows

Mulaudzi, Thendo (2018-04)

This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of microbial feed additives Megasphaera elsdenii NCIMB 41125 and Saccharomyces cerevisiae 1026, individually and combined on rumen pH,ammonia-N and volatile fatty acids (VFAs) ...
Characterization and conservation of local pig genetic resources in Sekhukhune District of Limpopo Province

Phogole, Selebale Richard (2017-03)

A pig genetic resources study was conducted in five municipalities of Sekhukhune with the aim of characterising pig genetic resources in communal farming systems. A total of 52 pig farmers were interviewed using a structured ...
Ethnobotanical knowledge of the lay people of Blouberg area (Pedi tribe), Limpopo Province, South Africa

Mongalo, Nkoana Ishmael; Makhafola, Tshepiso Jan (2018-07-13)

Abstract Background Limpopo province, South Africa, has a rich plant diversity and is referred to as one of the hotspots areas within the country. The aim of the current ...
Antimicrobial resistance among Escherichia coli isolates from dogs presented with urinary tract infections at a veterinary teaching hospital in South Africa

Qekwana, Daniel N; Phophi, Lufuno; Naidoo, Vinny; Oguttu, James W; Odoi, Agricola (2018-07-31)

Abstract Background This study investigated the burden and predictors of canine E. coli urinary tract infections (UTI) and antimicrobial resistance among dogs presented at a ...
Whole genome sequencing and identification of Bacillus endophyticus and B. anthracis isolated from anthrax outbreaks in South Africa

Lekota, Kgaugelo E; Bezuidt, Oliver K I; Mafofo, Joseph; Rees, Jasper; Muchadeyi, Farai C; Madoroba, Evelyn; van Heerden, Henriette (2018-07-09)

Abstract Background Bacillus endophyticus is a soil plant-endophytic bacterium, while B. anthracis is the causative agent of anthrax. The virulence factors of B. anthracis are ...
Green economy transition and the sustainability of the Nigerian aquaculture industry: Policy perspectives and the way forward

Elum, Zelda A.; Mjimba, Vuyo (Taylor & Francis, 2016)

Sustainable development and green economy transition call for innovations that address the simultaneous realisation of economic growth, and improved human and environmental well-being. A holistic and appropriate policy ...

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