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    Biological control of fall army worm in maize
    Different methods of controlling and preventing of fall army worm in maize has increased on the productivity. However, the effectiveness of the methods vary hence increased cost of production Maize is affected by army worm at all stages leading to significant crop damage. Life span of the armyworm is 32 to 46 days depending on […]
    Duration: 00:12:52
    Pepper Production Training Video
    To optimise yield and maximise profits, planning is important. Before planting, farmers should consider which market they are producing for. The market can be local or international. Peppers grow best in sandy loam with lots of organic matter that is well drained with a gentle slope with a pH of between 5.0 to 5.7. Chilli […]
    Duration: 00:13:21
    Agronomy of Rice
    Rice is a widely consumed due to population increase, urbanization and change in consumer preferences. However many farmers have less knowledge of rice production process. There are several benefits rice roguing to mention, it ensures genetic purity, high productivity, good quality of seeds and grains, requisite adjustment of the mill during milling, minimizes percentage of […]
    Duration: 00:04:24
    Growing cabbage successfully in Zimbabwe
    Cabbage growing is one of the lucrative businesses. Here farmers learn about agronomic practices to consider during production. Cabbage is a source of vitamin C and fibre which prevents constipation. Production steps Fundamental production steps include choosing right variety and use of good agronomic practices. When choosing variety, consider days taken to mature as it […]
    Duration: 00:17:25
    Maize Production Training
    Maize is versatile and can be grown across a broad range of agro ecological zones. Every part of the maize has economic value. Maize grows in different soil types but high yields are obtained in deep, fine structured, well aerated and well drained loamy soils that are rich in organic matter. Avoid planting maize in […]
    Duration: 00:09:52
    Agronomy of Soybean
    Soybean is a very important leguminous crop as it fixes nitrogen in soil, acts as a meat alternative, supplement for tom brown and vegetable oil. Plant closely helps to achieve good plant population, maximum plant height and good yield however avoid too early and too late planting as this may cause low yields. Ready soy […]
    Duration: 00:17:21
    Anthracnose Control for Mango Farmers
    Growing mangoes is full of challenges one of these is anthracnose. Proper identification and control is important. Anthracnose is a fungal disease that thrives well in wet and dump conditions and affects both leaves and fruits. It‘s major damage is caused in the field but also a problem even after harvest. The fruits can only […]
    Duration: 00:08:02
    How to measure soil pH (English)
    Determining soil pH is important to establish the right fertilizers to apply. This is done using a pH scale that ranges from 0 – 14. pH 7 reflects neutral soils, 0-7 reflects acidic soils and 7 – 14 alkaline. Raise soil pH by applying nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium as most crops grow between 5.5 and […]
    Duration: 02:06:03
    Onion production training
    Being a crop of value, onion growing has been affected by poor agronomic practices which has led to reduced production for the markets. Site selection, onions require soils with well decomposed organic matter and located near a water source for irrigation. Land preparation: This must be 1.2 m*10*0.3 m high containing well decomposed organic matter. […]
    Duration: 00:07:41
    Inside Kakuzi: Quality Macadamia Production
    Macadamia is an important crop. The nut is an important fruit because it has beneficial oils that help enhance our health. Production and processing Begin in the nursery by selecting required cultivars and graft them to produce quality seedlings. The seedling are then planted in well drained soils across the slope and do proper spacing. […]
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