• Phenotypic and genetic variation in resistance to gastro-interstinal nematodes of goats in agro-ecological zones of Limpopo Province 

  Mohale, Lekukela Bernard (2019)

  The study was conducted to assess phenotypic and genotypic diversity in resistance to gastro-intestinal nematode (GIN) within communal goats in different agro-ecological zones of Limpopo province. Eighty goats were randomly ...
• Estimating supply response of milk production to price and non-price factors in South Africa 

  Manaka, Mateadi Thabiso (2019)

  The South African dairy industry is approximately 0.5% of the global production. The production of milk contributes to exports, manufacturing, employment, food security and development of other producers of agricultural ...
• Potential cucurbitacin chemical residues and non-phytotoxic concentration of two phytonematicide formulations in nightshade 

  Malebe, Agreement Leago (2019)

  The successful cultivation of nightshade (Solanum retroflexum) as a leafy vegetable with the nutritional potential of contributing to food security in marginalised communities of Limpopo Province could be limited by ...
• Non-phytotoxic concentration and application interval of nemarioc-al phytonematicide in management of meloidogyne javanica on potato cultivar 'mondial G3' 

  Kobe, Selaelo Patrisia (2019)

  Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is highly susceptible to root-knot (Meloidogyne species) nematodes, with no known nematode resistant genotypes. In Limpopo Province, two cucurbitacin-containing phytonematicides had been ...
• Nutritional water productivity of hot chilli (capsicum annuum) under infection with meloidogyne javanica and meloidogyne incognitarace 2 

  Ramputla, Mogwale Janet (2019)

  Nutritional water productivity (NWP) is an assessment tool, which describes the amount of water that has been used to produce selected mineral malnutrition (MMN) elements and micronutrient malnutrition (MNMN) substances. ...
• Effect of dietary methionine level on productivity and carcass characteristics of ross 308 broiler chickens 

  Paledi, Mashego Queen (2019)

  Two experiments were conducted to determine the effect of dietary methionine level on productivity and carcass characteristics of Ross 308 broiler chickens. In each experiment, the diets were isocaloric and isonitrogenous ...
• Effect of partial root-zone drying, storage temperature and days to ripening on post-harvest quality of 'hass' avocado fruit 

  Mukovhanama, Khangwelo Jessica (2019)

  The South African Avocado Industry is continuously expanding with ‘Hass’ cultivar occupying the largest land and therefore, the most exported cultivar. Expansion of the industry implies an increased demand for irrigation ...
• Influence of container-type and positioning on growth of tomato plants and suppression of meloidogyne javanica exposed to biomuti and afrikelp 

  Sebati, Mmagadima Lauraine (2019)

  The influence of cultural practices can be modified by environmental conditions such as container-type or positioning. The objective of the study was to determine whether container-type and positioning would have an ...
• Pre- and post-emergent application effects of nemafric-bg phytonematicide on growth of potato cultivar 'mondial g3' and suppression of meloidogyne javanica 

  Huma, Tiego Isaac (2019)

  Available potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivars do not have any genotype that is resistant to the root-knot (Meloidogyne species) nematodes. Due to the susceptibility of potato cultivars to Meloidogyne species, ...
• Cucurbitacin chemical residues, non-phytotoxic concentration and essential mineral elements of nemarioc-al and nemafric-bl phytonematicides on growth of tomato plants 

  Bango, Happy (2019)

  Worldwide, tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is one of the most important crops grown for nutritional value and health benefits, and are highly susceptible to root-knot (Meloidogyne species) nematodes. Following the ...
• Efficacy of two phytonematicides as influenced by container type and positioning on growth of tomato plants and suppression of meloidogyne incognita 

  Makwapana, Tshepho (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  Previously, cucurbitacin-containing phytonematicides that were drench-applied in black plastic containers filled with pasteurised loam soil when placed on the soil surface had no effect on suppression of population ...
• Determinants of food security among small-scale maize farmers in Polokwane Local Municipality, Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa 

  Makgobokwane, Alfrida Matome (2019)

  Food insecurity is prevalent in less developing countries and it remains a major issue in South African households, especially among those living in rural areas. Therefore, the study examined the factors influencing food ...
• Mean concetration stimulation point and application interval of nemarioc-al pytonematicide in the management of meloidogyne javanica on sweet potato cultivar 'bophelo' 

  Sebothoma, Elias Mphashi (2019)

  Phytonematicides have allelochemicals as active ingredients and could be highly phytotoxic on crops being protected against nematode damage. In order to avoid phytotoxicity, the application concentration, technically ...
• Pre - and post-emergent application effects of nemarioc-ag phytonematicide of growth of potato and suppression of meloidogyne incognita 

  Sefefe, Selaelo Khutso (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  Damage and significant losses of potato cultivar due to Meloidogyne incognita has become a serious challenge, after the withdrawal of synthetic chemical nematicides due to their environment-unfriendliness. Various ...
• Effects of subsistence farmers' knowledge and perceptions on climate change adaptation using assets: ǂb a case study of Ward 24, Polokwane Local Municipality 

  Mhlanga, Wadzanai Ashley (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  Climate change is one of the biggest threats confronting humanity in the 21st century. There has been an increase in global average temperatures by about 0.85°C between 1880 and 2012. In South Africa, mean annual temperatures ...
• Consumers preference and willingness to pay for graded beef in Polokwane Municipality of Limpopo Province, South Africa 

  Makweya, Lesiba Florah. (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  The demand for animal products is projected to increase progressively due to extensive urbanization, rapid growth of human population and income dynamics. However, the evolution of food demand is strictly linked to the ...
• Effect of dietary threonine level on productivity and carcass characteristics of Ross 308 broiler chickens 

  Ngomani, Delisile (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  Two experiments were conducted to determine the effect of dietary threonine level on production performance and carcass characteristics of Ross 308 broiler chickens. In each experiment the diets were isocaloric and ...
• Analysing potato price volatility in South Africa 

  Moabelo, Julith Tsebisi (University of Limpopo, 2019)

  Potato is perceived as an excellent crop in the fight against hunger and poverty. The recent high potato price in South Africa has pushed the vegetable out of reach of the poorest of the poor. The study attempts to analyse ...
• Farmers' perceptions of extension agents' professional qualities affecting service delivery in Thulamela Municipality, Limpopo Province 

  Mudzanani, Funzani Joyce (2019)

  This study investigated farmers’ views on public extension agents’ accountability to farmers since the introduction of the farmers’ green book, improvement in agents’ professional qualities following capacity training and ...
• Exploring ecosystem functioning, service provision and management options on grazed semi-arid rangelands and climate change 

  Mudongo, Edwin I. (2019)

  Global environmental change is increasingly recognised as a concern particularly in dry rangelands where livelihoods rely heavily on ecosystem services from climate sensitive agriculture. Current models predict rising ...

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