African Journal of
Agricultural Research

  • Abbreviation: Afr. J. Agric. Res.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 1991-637X
  • DOI: 10.5897/AJAR
  • Start Year: 2006
  • Published Articles: 6865

Full Length Research Paper

Biomass yields and crude protein content of two African indigenous leafy vegetables in response to kraal manure application and leaf cutting management

M. T. Seeiso and S. A. Materechera*
Food Security and Safety Research Niche Area, Faculty of Agriculture, Science and Technology, North-West University (Mafikeng Campus), Private Bag X2046, Mmabatho, 2735, South Africa.
Email: [email protected]

  •  Accepted: 13 September 2013
  •  Published: 09 January 2014

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