Research programme:
Demonstrations
- Small scale dairying in an integrated farming system
- Vetiver nursery & erosion control demo
- Co- research with Department Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries:
- Charcoal production
Research trials
- Investigation into the potential of Sericea Lespedeza as summer grazing with anthelmintic properties for sheep
- Genetic conservation and characterization of indigenous sheep
- An investigation into the effect of different breeding strategies on a Nguni herd’s performance
- To investigate the value of chicory for small stock
Staff component:
- 3 Researchers
- 2 Research Technicians
- 2 Research Assistants
- 10 Research Aids
Responsible officer, Dr. Erika van Zyl (E-mail:
erika.vanzyl@kzndae.gov.za)