DIVISION OF ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND RANGE RESEARCH
The Animal Production and Range Research Division (APRRD) undertakes research, development and technology transfer to the benefit of the livestock industry in Botswana. The Division conducts research mainly on development and improvement of cattle, sheep, goats, range and pasture. There are five programs namely Beef, Dairy, Small stock, Feeds and Range and Pastures.
Program areas
- Beef
- Dairy
- Small stock
- Feeds
- Range and Pasture
DIVISION OF ARABLE CROPS RESEARCH
The division has a mandate of conducting research on crops of importance to the farming system of Botswana as well as those with potential for diversifying the production base. The focus is on agronomic and breeding aspects and all the other components that provide a holistic approach to production. The division operates through six commodity based programmes and as much as possible incorporates an integrated approach to problem solving. Major achievements in recent years include release of improved varieties of the different crops, management practices and pest and disease control protocols as illustrated under the different programmes below. Two publications for use as reference material are also available:- 1. A Guide To Weeds of Botswana and 2. Field Crops Reference handbook for Botswana.
SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
The Support Services Division has the mandate to provide its internal and external stakeholders with research support services from its units and sections listed below. Other responsibilities include management of regional agricultural research stations, and implementation of government reforms which are Performance Management System (PMS), Work Improvement Teams (WITS), and HIV/AIDS.