Ministry of Agriculture

Animal Husbandry and Fodder Support Application

Overview

This service assists farmers with the purchase of fodder processors, to build fodder barns, to construct kraals, crushes and loading ramps. This is a package under the Livestock Management and Infrastructure Development-LIMID Programme which is a Government programme aimed at improving livestock management.

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens 18 years and above.
  • Own livestock - either cattle or small stock (sheep and goats).
How do I get this service?
  • Download and complete the LIMID 1 - Animal Husbandry and Fodder Support Application Form .
  • Submit the completed form with the supporting documentation to the nearest District Animal Production Office.​
  • After registration, an animal production officer will contact the applicant with details related to the status of his application.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of Cattle Brand Certificate.
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Quotations for the items required.
  • Those who apply as syndicates should provide certified copy of constitution.

A group (2-4 members) should provide a completed partnership agreement.

How long will this service take?

One (1) working day.
Note: The beneficiary is expected to have completed a project within six (6) months after the approval of the project.

Where can I obtain this service?

At the nearest District Animal Production Office.

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 then 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holiday.

Related Documents
LIMID Phase II Guidelines (437.55 KB)
Guidelines For Special Assistance To Kgalagadi District And Areas With Similar Agro-Climatic COnditions (3.38 MB)
Related Forms
LIMID 1 - Animal Husbandry and Fodder Support Application Form (117.67 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

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

Keywords

soils, animal feeds, plants, fertilisers, irrigation water, agricultural materials, laboratory for testing, Analytical services.

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: 17755 
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw (moa17755[at]gov[dot]bw)

 

Analytical Testing of Soil, Plants, Fertilisers, Water and Animal Feeds

Overview

Analytical services are provided on agricultural and related materials (soils, animal feeds, plants, fertilisers and irrigation water).

Who is eligible?
  • Researchers. 
  • Subsistence farmers. 
  • Commercial farmers. 
  • Young farmers. 
  • Parastatals. 
  • Other government departments. 
  • Private agencies.
How do I get this service?
  • Complete Soil sample submission form for soil and fertiliser samples.
  • Complete Plant sample submission form for plant and animal feed samples. 
  • Submit samples with the relevant completed application form to the laboratory for testing. (See address below). 
  • After evaluation of the test results, a report will be dispatched to the applicant in the form of a report. 
  • If required, the test results can be explained to applicants by a laboratory officer.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of Valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Young farmers need to produce a letter (confirming that they are the youth in that district) written by the District Agricultural Office.
How long will this service take?

Fourteen to Twenty-one (14 to 21) working days.

Where can I obtain this service?

Visit the nearest District Crop Production Office and District  Animal Production Office.

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

Related Documents
District Animal Production Offices (186.97 KB)
District Crop Production Offices (278.2 KB)
Related Forms
Plant Sample Submission Form (513.18 KB)
Soil Sample Submission Form (632.61 KB)
How much does it cost?

Table 1: Cost for Soil and Fertiliser Analysis per sample

​Analysis​Price (BWP)
​Calcium​57.10
​Magnesium​53.05
​Phosphorus​21.35
​Potassium​45.85
​Sodium​45.85
​Copper​48.15
​Iron​48.15
​Manganese​48.85
​Zinc​ 47.40
​Cation Exchange Capacity​84.25
​PH​36.10
​Organic Carbon​66.80
​Particle size​859.90
​Electrical Conductivity​36.00

 

Table 2: Cost for Animal Feed and Plant Herbage analysis sample

​Analysis​Price (BWP )
​Calcium​ 85.45
​Magnesium​85.55
​Phosphorus​78.30
​Potassium​84.55
​Sodium 85.00​
​ Copper​90.40
​ Iron​91.45
​Manganese​91.30
​Zinc​91.25
​Nitrogen (Crude Protein)​74.95
​Crude Fibre​77.45
​Acid Detergent Lignin​30.50
​Nutral Detergent Fibre​ 39.80
​Crude fat​68.25
​Dry matter​53.30
​ Ash​53.70
​Organic Matter​50.80
​In Vitro digestibility​146.00
​NDF Nitrogen​114.75
​ Acid Detergent Fibre​25.75
Meta tags

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

Keywords

soils, animal feeds, plants, fertilisers, irrigation water, agricultural materials, laboratory for testing, Analytical services.

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

The Coordinator

Soil and Plant Analytical Laboratory
Department of Agricultural Research
Private Bag 0033.
Gaborone,
Botswana.
Tel. (+267) 3668100 ext.: 8136/43/48
Fax.(+267) 3928965

Call Centre: 17755

Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw (moa17755[at]gov[dot]bw)

 

Alterations or Additions to Meat Premises Application (Poultry Meat)

Overview

This service allows citizens and businesses to apply to make alterations to licensed meat premises (Poultry Meat Abattoir) in line with Livestock and Meat Industries Act of 2007 and Regulations for Red and Poultry Meat.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and companies

How do I get this service?
What supporting documents are required?
  • A valid National Identity Card (Omang). 
  • A valid company’s registration certificate for companies.
  • Proof of ownership of site and land use.
  • Site/location plan.
  • Meat premises plan.
How long will this service take?

Sixty (60) working days.

Related Documents
Guideline for Registration and Licensing of Meat premises.pdf (515.53 KB)
Related Forms
Application for Alterations or Additions to Poultry premises (88.3 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Alterations to meat premises application, poultry meat, additions to meat premises application, Poultry Meat Abattoir, Red and Poultry Meat.

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

The Deputy Director
Minis​try of Agricultural Development and Food Security
Department of Veterinary Services
Meat Hygiene and Quality Control/Veterinary Public Health. 
Room 107 or Room 123 
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone
Botswana.
Tel. (+267) 368 9400/3689506
Fax. (+267) 3903744

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

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

Accessing Subsistence Livestock (Rural Area Development Programme)

Overview

The programme is designed to improve the quality of life of citizens and residents of remote areas by providing subsistance livestock and chicken to those who qualify. The animals provided are chickens, goats, sheep, and cattle.

Who is eligible?
  • Botswana citizen 18 years or older,
  • Resident in any of the 6​9 Settlements Qualified under the Rural Area Development Programme​ could apply. 
How do I get this service?
  • Visit the Social and Community Development Office in your area, with the supporting documents outlined below.
  • The Social and Community Development Officer would then perform a site visit for assessment. 
  • Successful applicants are provided with technical skills and awareness as well as business training prior to receiving livestock or chicken.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Social Inquiry Form (available at Botswana Urban and District Council offices and filled out by the Social and Community Development Officer).
  • National Identity Card (Omang).
How long will this service take?

Two (2) months.  

Where can I obtain this service?

District Animal Production Offices District / Village

Postal Address

Telephone number

    Letlhakane

Private Bag 11 Letlhakane

 (+267) 2978299/2978081

    Maun

P O Box 6 Maun

 (+267) 6860236/6840258  

    Francistown

P O Box 778 Francistown

(+267) 2412386/2412118

    Selibe Phikwe

Private Bag 008 Selibe Phikwe

 (+267) 2610562

    Serowe

P O Box 64 Serowe

 (+267) 4630344/4631054

    Mochudi

P O Box 342 Mochudi

 (+267)5777288/5777075

    Mahalapye

P O Box 50 Mahalapye

 (+267) 4710259/4710286/4711579

    Molepolole

P O Box 4 Molepolole

 (+267) 5920304/5920689

    Gaborone Village

P O Box 10019 Gaborone

 (+267) 3974152/3956249/3972927/ 3972070

    Gaborone Headquarters

Private Bag 0032 Gaborone

 (+267) 3689617/3689620/3181069

    Lobatse

Private Bag 12

 (+267) 5330244/5300386

    Kanye

P O Box 20 Kanye

 (+267) 5440365/544391/5440421

    Jwaneng

P O Box 17 Jwaneng

 (+267) 5803202/5880981

    Tsabong

P O Box 72 Tsabong

 (+267) 6540212/6540272/6540278/6540493

    Hukuntsi

P O Box 62 Hukuntsi

 (+267) 6510260/6510045/6510276 

    Gantsi 

P O Box 14 Gantsi

 (+267) 6596381/6596158

    Palapye

P O Box 1429 Palapye

 (+267) 4920741/4924740/4924739

    Tonota

 Private Bag T13 Tonota

 (+267) 2485352

    Tutume

P O Box 48 Tutume

 (+267) 2987167/2987436/2987076

     Mmathethe

P O Box 70 Mmathethe

 (+267) 5400086/5400166

      Masunga

P O Box 269 Masunga

 (+267) 2489552/2489181

     Sehithwa

P O Box 154 Sehithwa

 (+267) 6872064

     Letlhakeng

P O Box 223 Letlhakeng

 (+267) 5943034

     Rakops

P O Box 40 Rakops

 (+267) 2975121

     Moshupa

PO Box 20 Kanye

 (+267) 5449505

      Ramotswa

P O Box V1158 Ramotswa

 (+267) 5391444

     Kang

P O Box 129 Kang

 (+267) 6517039

     Kasane

P O Box 151 Kasane

 (+267) 6250244/6250363

    Thamaga

P O Box 1068 Thamaga

 (+267) 5999417

     Nata

P O Box 200 Nata

 (+267) 6211231

     Charleshill

P O Box 67 Charleshill

 (+267) 6592015

     Goodhope

Private Bag 002 Goodhope

 (+267) 5404225/5404

    Mmadinare

Private Bag 008 Selibe Phikwe

 

 

 (+267) 2617558

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

How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Goats, livestock, cattle, remote area, Rural Area Development Programme, Access.

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

Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Head Quarters
Plot 4701 Mmaraka Road
3rd Floor, Office No. 301
Private Bag 00435                                                  
Gaborone
Botswana                                                                                                                    
Tel. (+267) 3689305
E-mail: dcp [at] gov.bw

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

 

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