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Differential responses in yield of pumpkin ( Cucurbita maxima L.) and nightshade ( Solanum retroflexum Dun.) to the application of three animal manures by Azeez, J.O., Van Averbeke, W., Okorogbona, A.O.M.

“…Crop responses to different manures differs considerably, however, the factors responsible for it have not been conclusively elucidated. Consequently, this…”
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The contribution of smallholder agriculture to the nutrition of rural households in a semi-arid environment in South Africa by Khosa, T.B, Van Averbeke, W

“…The contribution of own food production to the nutrition of households in two neighbouring, rural, semi-arid settlements was investigated. A survey of a 10%…”
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Nitrogen mineralization potential of three animal manures applied on a sandy clay loam soil by Azeez, J.O., Van Averbeke, W.

“…Understanding the dynamics of N forms applied as manure is germane for appropriate rate and timing of applications of manure. Manure characterization and…”
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Mineralogy and fertility status of selected soils of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa by Mandiringana, O.T, Mnkeni, P.N.S, Mkile, Z, Van Averbeke, W, Ranst, E. van, Verplancke, H

“…Thorough knowledge of cultivated soils is necessary for their informed and sustainable management. This study was carried out to gain a better understanding of…”
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Effect of irrigation scheduling on leaf yield of non-heading Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis) by Averbeke, W. van, Netshithuthuni, C.

“…A field experiment conducted on the Dzindi canal irrigation scheme in the north of South Africa demonstrated that non-heading Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L…”
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Smallholder farming styles and development policy in South Africa: The case of Dzindi Irrigation Scheme by van Averbeke, W, Mohamed, S S

“…Diversity among smallholders farming 1.28 ha plots at Dzindi Irrigation Scheme in the Thulamela Local Municipality of Limpopo Province, South Africa is…”
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Fate of manure phosphorus in a weathered sandy clay loam soil amended with three animal manures by Azeez, J.O., Van Averbeke, W.

“…Laboratory incubation was conducted for 120 days to study the fate of phosphorus in poultry (PM), cattle (CM) and goat manures (GM). Phosphorus mineralized…”
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Dynamics of Soil pH and Electrical Conductivity with the Application of Three Animal Manures by Azeez, J. O, Van Averbeke, W

“…A laboratory incubation experiment was conducted to determine the dynamics of soil pH and electrical conductivity (EC) in a soil to which three animal manures…”
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Urban farming in the informal settlements of Atteridgeville, Pretoria, South Africa by Van Averbeke, W

“…The objectives of the study were to provide quantitative information on the material benefits generated from urban farming in order to assess the contribution…”
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Smallholder irrigation schemes in South Africa: A review of knowledge generated by the Water Research Commission by Van Averbeke, W, Denison, J, Mnkeni, PNS

“…The status and characteristics of the 302 smallholder irrigation schemes found in South Africa are discussed and knowledge on South African smallholder…”
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Effects of liming on microbial activity and N mineralization in broiler manure-amended soils from Bizana, Eastern Cape, South Africa by Jezile, G.G., Westfall, D.G., Peterson, G., Child, D.R., Turner, D.P., Averbeke, W. Van

“…A laboratory incubation study was conducted to determine the effects of liming on microbial activity and N mineralization in two Bizana soils amended with…”
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African leafy vegetables in South Africa by Slabbert, R, Oelofse, A, Van Jaarsveld, P, Van Averbeke, W, Wenhold, F, Faber, M, Van Heerden, I, Van Rensburg, W.S. Jansen

“…In this article the term 'African leafy vegetables' was adopted to refer to the collective of plant species which are used as leafy vegetables and which are…”
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Salinity Effect of Animal Manure on Leafy Vegetable Yield by Okorogbona, A. O. M., van Averbeke, W., Azeez, O. J.

“…Crop produce maximum yield at optimum fertiliser level. Excess nutrient in soil limits germination, growth and yield. Efficient use of manure requires…”
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Yield response of African leafy vegetables to nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium : the case of Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis and Solanum retroflexum Dun by Juma, K.A, Tshikalange, T.E, Van Averbeke, W

“…In this study the growth and yield response of Solanum retroflexum Dun. (nightshade) and Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis (non-heading Chinese cabbage) to N,…”
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The commodity systems of Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis and Solanum retroflexum Dun. in Vhembe, Limpopo Province, South Africa by Juma, K.A, Tshikalange, T.E, Van Averbeke, W

“…Using farmer surveys the smallholder commodity systems of Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis and Solanum retroflexum Dun. in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province,…”
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Linking smallholder agriculture and water to household food security and nutrition by Faber, M, Wenhold, F.A.M, Oelofse, A, Van Averbeke, W, Van Rensburg, Jansen W.S, Van Jaarsveld, P, Slabbert, R, Van Heerden, I

“…Promoting household food security and reducing malnutrition rates of a growing population with the same amount of water is a challenge facing South African…”
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Analysis of rural household consumption expenditure in South Africa: The case of food plot holders in Tyefu irrigation scheme in the Eastern Cape Province [South Africa] by Belete, A. (Fort Hare Univ., Alice (South Africa). Dept. of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development), Igodan, C.O, M'Marete, C, Van Averbeke, W

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Modelling crop production potentials for yield gap analysis under semiarid conditions in Guquka, South Africa by VERDOODT, A, VAN RANST, E, VAN AVERBEKE, W

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Use of herbal remedies by small-scale farmers to treat livestock diseases in central Eastern Cape Province, South Africa by Van Averbeke, W., Sonandi, A., Masika, P.J.

“…The use of herbal remedies by African farmers in the treatment of livestock diseases was investigated using a range of methods, including group interviews,…”
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Pine litter as substrate for propagation of vegetable transplants in trays by Mphaphuli, N. S., van Averbeke, W., Böhringer, R.

“…The study evaluates the potential of pine litter for use as a substrate in the propagation of vegetable transplants in trays. Sub-optimum pH and electrical…”
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