Ministry of Agriculture

Request for Genetic Material

Overview

The National Plant Genetic Resources Unit in the Department of Agricultural Research of the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security collects and conserves seeds of cultivated crops, their wild relatives and other useful wild plant species. The conserved plant genetic resources provide raw material (traits) for present and future use to improve the quality and productivity of crops. This also serves as a backup for any incidental loss of species due to wild fires, indiscriminate harvesting and harsh environmental conditions. Researchers, famers and academics or anyone interested in acquiring conserved genetic material can make a request for genetic material.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person interested in acquiring conserved genetic material
  • Researchers and academics
  • Farmers
How do I get this service?
  • Submit letter addressed to the Gene Bank Manager of the National Plant Genetic Resources Centre (NPGRC) of the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security making a request for genetic material.
  • If the material is available, a sample is prepared, and the applicant is contacted to collect the sample from NPGRC.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang) for citizens.
  • A certified copy of a Passport.
How long will this service take?

Two to Seven (2-7) working days, depending on the proximity of the applicant to the NPGRC. 

Where can I obtain this service?

Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Related Forms
Genetic Material Transfer Agreement Form (103.33 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

genetic resources provide raw material (traits), national plant genetic resources centre.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Gene Bank Manager
National Plant Genetic Resources Centre (NPGRC) ​​
Department of Agricultural Research 
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security
Content Farm, Sebele
Private Bag 0033
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3668100 ext. 8180
Fax (+267) 3190783 or (+267)​ 3928965

Call Centre: 17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

 

Registration for Poultry Farming Training

Overview

This service provides training for poultry farmers on poultry farming methods and procedures.

Who is eligible?

Citizens.

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the nearest District Animal Production Office to register for the poultry farming training with the supporting documents.
  • Animal Production Officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.
What supporting documents are required?

Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).

How long will this service take?

Immediate.

Where can I obtain this service?

Nearest Animal Production Office

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

poultry farming, poultry farming methods and procedures, poultry management.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka road               
Private Bag 0032 
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120
Call Centre:
Tel. 17755 
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw 

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Registration for Piggery Farmer Training

Overview

This service provides training for farmers to equip them with the required skills for management of pigs.

Who is eligible?

Citizens with a minimum of Junior Certificate.

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the nearest Animal Production Office to register for the piggery training.
  • Animal Production Officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Certified copy of Junior Certificate.
How long will this service take?

Takes a few minutes.

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

pig enterprise, pig training, pig management, Piggery Farmer.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka Road 
Private Bag 0032 
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120
Call Centre:
Tel. 17755 
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Registration for Ostrich Farming Training

Overview

This service allows farmers who are interested in ostrich enterprise or already doing the business to register for specialized ostrich training. 

Who is eligible?

Citizen farmers

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the closest  District Animal Production Offices with the animal production officer to register for the ostrich training with the supporting documents.
  • The animal production officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.
What supporting documents are required?

Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).

How long will this service take?

Immediate.

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

ostrich enterprise, ostrich training.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka road ​
Private Bag 0032 
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120
Call Centre:
Tel. 17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Opening hours:  07:30 to 12:45 and13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Registration for Hides and Skins Training

Overview

This service allows farmers who are interested in starting or doing tanning or leatherworks to register for free training on various aspects of hides and skins. 

Who is eligible?

Citizens 18 years and above. 

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the nearest District Animal Production Office animal production officer to register for the hides and skins training with the supporting documents.
  • The Animal Production Officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.
What supporting documents are required?

Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).

How long will this service take?

Takes a few minutes.

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

starting and doing tanning, leatherworks, hides and skins training.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka Road ​
Private Bag 0032 
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120
Call Centre:
Tel. 17755 
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Artificial Insemination (AI), on-farm AI programme

Overview

This service allows dairy farmers who are starting or currently involved in dairy production to register for specialized training. 

Who is eligible?

Citizen and Non-citizen dairy farmers.

How do I get this service?

Visit the closest District Animal Production Office and register for the AI training with supporting documents.

The Animal Production Officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Certified copy of Passport (for a foreign worker).
How long will this service take?

Immediate

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
Bull Directory 2022 (8.1 MB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Dairy Production, Dairy Farming training.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service

Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka road

Private Bag 0032

Gaborone,Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120

Call Centre:
Tel.17755 
Email:moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
 

Subscribe to Ministry of Agriculture