• Shaken, not stirred 

  Prinsloo, Gerhard (2022-09-12)
• Effects of Moringa Oleifera on haematology and growth performance of Blanthrax vaccinated castrated Bapedi goats 

  Lungile, Gumede (2022-03)

  BaPedi goats play a substantial role in the economy of the Limpopo province and contribute to food security in smallholder farming communities. However, livestock diseases are a major problem in hot provinces where droughts ...
• Seasonal effects of Rhus lancea and Celtis africana on intake preference and physiological responses in South African indigenous goats 

  Phiri, France; Kanengoni, A.T.; Hattas, D.; Mbatha, K.R.; Kanengoni, a. T. (South African Society for Animal Science, 2022-07-16)

  This study investigated the seasonal effects of Rhus lancea and Celtis africana leaves on preference, intake, weight, and serum metabolites in South African indigenous, mature, male goats. Twelve mature, male goats weighing ...
• Analysis of the dietary diversity status of agricultural households in the Nkomazi Local Municipality, South Africa 

  Sambo, T. A.; Oguttu, J. W.; Mbombo-Dweba, T. P. (2022-08-25)

  Abstract Background Dietary diversity is a good alternative measure of the nutritional adequacy and food security. The present study assessed the household dietary diversity ...
• Farmer’s perceptions of effectiveness of public agricultural extension services in South Africa: an exploratory analysis of associated factors 

  Maake, Matome M. S.; Antwi, Michael A. (2022-05-05)

  Abstract Background Effective public extension and advisory services have the potential to improve agricultural productivity; net farm income; and food security amongst ...
• Factors influencing access to agro-processing training for small-scale crop farmers in Gauteng province of South Africa 

  Mthombeni, Danisile L.; Antwi, Michael A.; Oduniyi, Oluwaseun S. (2022-04-15)

  Abstract Background The agricultural economy has little room for emerging farmers and there is no strong support system available for the small-scale farmers venturing in ...
• A strategic reset : micro-credentials for higher education leaders 

  McGreal, Rory, 1950-; Olcott, Don, 1955- (2022-02-07)

  This article provides university leaders an introduction to the emerging micro-credentials feld, including a snapshot of the global landscape. Despite the accelerated interest in micro-credentials, this article also raises ...
• The acceptability of yellow mealworm as chicken feed: a case study of small-scale farmers in South Africa 

  Selaledi, Letlhogonolo; Maake, Matome; Mabelebele, Monnye (2021-05-18)

  Abstract Background Small-scale poultry farming plays a major role as a source of income for farmers through the sale of birds and eggs. Furthermore, in households’ poultry ...
• Study of biaxial mechanical properties of the passive pig heart: material characterisation and categorisation of regional differences 

  Nemavhola, Fulufhelo (2021-04-20)

  Abstract Regional mechanics of the heart is vital in the development of accurate computational models for the pursuit of relevant therapies. Challenges related to heart dysfunctioning are the most important ...
• The nutritional use of millet grain for food and feed: a review 

  Hassan, Z. M; Sebola, N. A; Mabelebele, M. (2021-03-29)

  Abstract Worldwide, millets are regarded as a significant grain, however, they are the least exploited. Millet grain is abundant in nutrients and health-beneficial phenolic compounds, making it suitable as ...
• Potential health benefits of zinc supplementation for the management of COVID-19 pandemic 

  Oyagbemi, Ademola; Kayoka-Kabongo, Prudence Ngalula (© 2021 Wiley Periodicals LLC., 2021)

  The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2) is the etiological agent for the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID‐19). The COVID‐19 pandemic has created unimaginable and unprecedented global health crisis. ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• Analysis of Nigerian insurers’ perceptions of climate change 

  Elum, Zelda A.; Simonyan, Judith Bosede (2016)

  In recent times, global agricultural productivity has been increasingly affected by climate change. It is believed that societal adoption of insurance as an adaptive response to climate change can have significant implications ...
• Farmer’s perception of climate change and responsive strategies in three selected provinces of South Africa 

  Elum, Zelda A.; Modise, Dawid M.; Marr, Ana (Elsevier, 2016)

  The world has responded to climate change phenomenon through two broad response mechanisms (mitigation and adaptation strategies) with the aim of moderating the adverse effects of climate change and/or to exploit any ...
• Effect of varying dietary supplemental inclusion levels of onion and garlic on semen quality characteristics of Hubbard white breeder broiler cocks aged 35-41 weeks old 

  Okoro, Victor Mela Obinna; Nwokeocha, A.C.C.; Ijezie, C.O.; Mbajiorgu, Christian A.; Mbajiorgu, Ejikeme F. (2016)

  An experiment was conducted to determine the effect of varying dietary supplemental inclusion levels of onion and garlic on semen quality characteristics of Hubbard white breeder broiler cocks aged 35-41 weeks old. A ...

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