DRDAR scientists to present research papers equipping farmers with knowledge to improve agri sector
Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) will host a seminar where various scientists working for the Department will unpack their research findings on matters that can increase farm productivity, protect environment and assist farmers to gain broader knowledge in various commodities.
The Dohne Seminars Series has seen numerous research reports presented to stakeholders and farmers so that they can benefit from the innovative solutions in the sector, implement new findings to improve performance of their businesses and earn more profits from their enterprises.
The research papers to be presented and discussed during the seminar are aimed at assisting farmers to deal with the changes in both cropping and livestock production.
Among the papers to be presented at the seminar on Thursday, 08 December 2023, will be the adoption of Conservation Agriculture farming through LandCare Programme in rural small-scale farmers of OR Tambo District, which will serve as a springboard to deal with the vast soil degradation in that area.
Other areas of research will include papers on:
• Differences in burden of gastrointestinal nematode infestations in indigenous does foraging in grassland and forestland vegetation types.
• The effects of growing media on rooting response of Rose-scented geranium cuttings
• Green nanotechnological enhancement of mucuna seed meal for meat production in pigs.
• Determining the onset of autumn grass senescence in subtropical sour-veld grasslands using remote sensing proxies and the breakpoint approach
Members of the media are invited to cover this seminar which will see experts engaging in topical issues that affect the sector and coming up with possible solutions.
Details of the event:
Venue: Dohne Auditorium, Stutterheim
Date: 07 December 2023
Time: 10am
For more information please contact Mr Thozi Manyisana at 082 494 3600
