• Investigations of various agro-wastes as substrates for cultivation of oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostratus (Jacq: FR) P. Kumm And Pleorotus pulmonarius (Fr.)(Quel) 

  Matidza, Takalani Lorreta (2023-10-05)

  This study was conducted to assess the effects of various agro-waste substrates on the production of oyster mushrooms (P. ostreatus and P. pulmonarius). The substrates utilised in this research were banana pseudo-stems ...
• Effect of water stress and soil texture on growth, yield and quality attributes of potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) 

  Hlatshwayo, Cypriel Mfundo (2023-10-05)

  Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is an annual dicotyledonous tuber herbaceous crop. The crop is relatively susceptible to water stress when compared to other major field crops. Soil texture plays a pivotal role in the ...
• Using genotypic diversity to enhance climate resilience of peanut cropping in Limpopo Province 

  Mulaudzi, Ntakadzeni Rose (2023-10-05)

  Groundnut or peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is mostly grown by small-holder farmers in semi-arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa, particularly South Africa. As with other crops, not all groundnut cultivars respond equally well ...
• Conservation agriculture and slope position effect on selected soil physical properties of a Vertisol at Tshivhilwi in Limpopo Province 

  Tshilonga, Mushe Moses (2023-10-05)

  Conservation agriculture (CA) is a production system that involves three principles which are minimal or zero tillage, crop rotation and mulching with plant residues. CA improves soil physical properties resulting in ...
• Evaluating the Effect of Intercropping Maize (Zea mays L.) with Different Lablab (Lablab purpureus L.) Cultivars on Yield, Soil Water Content and Soil Nitrogen in Dry Environments of Limpopo Province using APSIM Model 

  Thaba, Rebotile Sophy (2023-10-05)

  Smallholder maize production systems are characterized by continuous maize monoculture production, which often leads to soil degradation, nutrient depletion and increased risk of pests and diseases. The cropping system is ...
• The effect of various selected shade nets on field-grown bush tea’s physicochemical and antioxidant properties (Athrixia phylicoides DC.) 

  Ramenu, Khuthadzo (2023-10-05)

  Bush tea (Athrixia phylicoides DC.) is an indigenous herbal tea plant in South Africa with medicinal potential. Various parts of this plant are used to make herbal infusions and have been used traditionally for different ...
• Selection of Efficient Indigenous Rhizobia Inoculants for the Production of Selected Tropical Legumes in Limpopo Province (South Africa) 

  Nemaembeni, Phethani Muofhe (2023-10-05)

  Tropical legumes are important food crops for human and animal nutrition as well as the improvement of soil fertility. In Southern Africa, tropical legumes are cultivated mostly by smallholder farmers partly because of ...
• A Study of the Genetics of Root Nodulation in Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) Using Indigenous Rhizobia 

  Phalane, Francina Lebogang (2023-10-05)

  Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) is an important grain legume, which is grown in many African countries largely for human and animal consumption. Leguminous crops such as pigeonpea fix atmospheric nitrogen (N) symbiotically in ...
• Variation in Drought Tolerance Attributes Among Tepary Bean (Phaseolus acutifolius) Germplasm 

  Nong, Refilwe Aljareau (2023-05-19)

  Tepary bean (Phaseolus acutifolius A. Gray) is an important food legume which originated from South America. In South Africa, it is cultivated by smallholder growers mainly in the drought prone Sekhukhune District of Limpopo ...
• Variation in Root Nodulation Traits among Parental Genotypes and Segregating f 2 Pigeonpea Plant Populations 

  Mthombeni, Tinyiko (2023-05-19)

  Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan L. Millsp.) is an important grain legume that originated in the Indian sub-continent. In South Africa, it is grown either as single plants or as a hedge, mainly in Kwazulu-Natal, Limpopo, and ...
• The study of phenophases of Lantana camara in some parts of Makhado Municipality; Limpopo Province, South Africa 

  Kwinda, Aluwani Ndanduleni (2023-05-29)

  A few strategies have been utilized in plant phenology to observe the starting date of the life cycle events and the basic temperature for development and improvement of perennial plants. The study of phenophases on plant ...
• Biochar and Poultry Litter Effects on Maize Growth, Nutrient Uptake and Selected Soil Biological Activities in Different Soil Types 

  Ntsoane, R. L. (2022-07-15)

  South African soils contain lesser percent organic carbon content compared to soils from many parts of the world. The loss in organic carbon content reduces soil fertility and drives an ever increasing demand for the use ...
• Soil texture and mineralogy influence on the productivity of selected tropical legumes 

  Mashaba, Lacaster Themba (2022-07-15)

  Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and tepary bean (Phaseolus acutifolius) are essential legumes which provide food for many people in South Africa. However, the productivity of these major tropical legumes in Limpopo Province ...
• Chickpea nitrogen fixation, rhizosphere nutrient concentration and contribution of residual nitrogen to improve maize production in response to biochar application in three different soil types 

  Lusiba, Siphiwe Gloria (2022-07-15)

  Soil degradation is a major challenge affecting agricultural production around the world in the twenty-first century. Alternative approaches including the use of biochar and the introduction of legumes that will fix ...
• Assessment of hydro-physical properties of some crusting soils in four different soil form as revealed by micro-focus x-ray computed tomography in Limpopo Province, South Africa 

  Mpofu, Khuthadzo Tendani Given (2021-06-23)

  Most of the available knowledge about soil structure degradation through crust formation is limited to two-dimensional geometry. However, soil is a natural three-dimension body. The objective of the study is to assess soil ...
• Effects of tillage and mulching on selected soil properties, growth and yield of sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) 

  Selolo, Koena Revonia (2021-06-23)

  Excessive and unnecessary tillage without residue retention can degrade the soil’s physical quality, decrease soil organic carbon contents and crop yields. Although the benefits of improved tillage methods and mulching ...
• Spatial variability of soil biological and chemical indicators in selected soils in South Africa 

  Lenyanyabede, Khutso (2019-11)

  Understanding the spatial variability of selected soil fertility indicators could make it possible to optimize the use of agricultural inputs with the reduction of economic and environmental risks. The aim of this study ...
• Spatial variability of aggregate stability, size distribution, erosion and runoff in selected soils in South Africa 

  Mabasa, Hlayisani Zacharia (2019-11)

  Soil erosion and runoff are a major threat to soil productivity since it is associated with the removal of the top layer, depletion of essential plant nutrients, and reduces infiltration of water into the soil. Soil aggregate ...
• Genotypic variation in water use efficiency, gaseous exchange and yield of four cassava landraces grown under rainfed conditions in South Africa 

  Malele, Kgetise Petros (2020-08-20)

  Agricultural production under rain-fed conditions is largely dependent on the availability of water stored in the soil during rainfall events. The production of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) under rain-fed conditions ...
• Resilience to crusting of soils under conventional tillage and conservation agriculture 

  Tshigoli, Vhonani Lucadia (2020-03)

  Soil resilience is the ability of a soil to recover its function or capacity after applied stress such as crusting. Some soils have high potential for recovery while others have poor resilience. Soils with poor resilience ...

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