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Spatial Variation of Soil Physical and Biological Properties under Faidherbia Albida System
(The University of Zambia, 2016)
Faidherbia albida is a deciduous and indigenous tree species in the Fabaceae (legume family) native to much of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula to western Asia. It is used in agroforestry systems to stabilize and improve ...
Development and biomass yield of Soybean (Glycine max) and Pearl Millet (Pennisetum glaucum) in Lead contaminated soils
(The University of Zambia, 2016)
Contamination of soil by heavy metals is of wide spread occurrence as a result of human activities such as mining and agriculture. Among the heavy metals, lead is a potential soil contaminant that readily accumulates in ...
Comparative effects of cal-lime flo and Ndola lime on soil acidity, phosphorus availability and maize (zea mays) yield
(The University of Zambia, 2016)
Soil acidity is a major problem in tropical areas of sub Sahara Africa. This is more prominent in areas characterized by high rainfall, though it may be prevalent in other areas due to land management practices. Soil acidity ...
Technology Adoption among Small Scale Farmers in keembe, Chibombo
(The University of Zambia, 2016)
Weeds are an under estimated crop pest in Africa. Plant pathology and entomology take precedency over weed science. Because weeds do not strike as violently as insects, there is a tendency to underestimate their importance. ...
The enhancement of corporate governance in Zambia through company law reform
(University of Zambia, 2016)
Corporate Governance is the term used to describe -the way in which companies are controlled and directed. The legal basis for Corporate Governance in Zambia lies with the Companies Act, Cap. 388 of the Laws of Zambia. The ...
Challenges of livestock raising among Small-Scale Farmers in Southern Province: The case of Mbabala Area
(2016-04-04)
This research is a detailed study that looks at all forms of livestock kept in Mbabala area by small-scale farmers. It examines the importance and problems faced by the livestock keepers in relation to their standards of ...