Ministry of Agriculture

Application for Well Development (Hand Dug) and Rehabilitation

Overview

Groups of farmers (syndicates) and individuals can apply for rehabilitation of hand dug wells or sand river wells to be used for livestock watering and irrigation purposes.

Who is eligible?

Groups of farmers (syndicates) and individuals can apply for rehabilitation of hand dug wells or sand river wells to be used for livestock watering and irrigation purposes.

How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application for Well Development along with the relevant supporting documents to the nearest District Crop Production Office.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Certified copy of Landboard Certificate or a letter from Tribal Authority.
  • Document stating the yield of the well (if available).
  • Well (Hand Dug) constitution for syndicates.
  • Must have a proof of Water Rights Certificate.
How long will this service take?

One (1) month.

Where can I obtain this service?

Department of Crop Production                               
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Headquarters

Plot 4701 Mmaraka road
3rd Floor, Office No. 301

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

Related Documents
District Crop Production Offices (278.2 KB)
Related Forms
Application for Well Development(Hand Dug) (317.78 KB)
How much does it cost?

The applicant is expected to provide 15% of the total cost, where applicable, in kind, in the form of labour for well rehabilitation.

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Rehabilitation of hand dug wells, sand river wells, livestock watering and irrigation purposes

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

The Chief Agricultural Engineer
Department of Crop Production
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Headquarters
Plot 4701 Mmaraka road
3rd Floor, Office No. 301
Private Bag 00435
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689365/9367/9399
E-mail. dcp [at] gov.bw (dcp[at]gov[dot]bw)
Call Centre:17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

User Application for Botswana Animal Identification and Traceability System (BAITS)

Overview
  • The BAITS system provides a platform for farmers to provide information on their livestock.
  • This platform is offered online (via internet access). BAITS is used for animal registration, transfer of ownership, arrival of livestock, veterinary drug treatments and removal of dead/fallen stock.
  • This also allows the farmer to report in the system animals they have lost. Animals mabe lost due to natural causes or slaughter.
Who is eligible?

Citizens and non-citizens.

How do I get this service?
  • Fill and Submit user access application form at any local Department of Veterinary Services office.
  • A username and password specific for the individual will be issued at time of application.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid ID card.
  • An affidavit (if custodian).
How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) minutes.

Where can I obtain this service?

Visit the nearest veterinary offices across the country to obtain this service 

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

Related Documents
(BAITS) Farmers Guidelines Scope (5.65 MB)
BAITS Regulations (5.54 MB)
District Veterinary Offices (145.32 KB)
Related Forms
User Access Application Form 37 (480.04 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost. 

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Animal registration, animal Transfer of ownership, Arrival of Livestock, Veterinary drug treatments, Removal of dead and fallen stock.

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

Contact the nearest Veterinary Offices

BAITS Café/agent

Or

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

Seed Testing Application

Overview

The Seed Multiplication Unit in the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security is mandated to certify seed lots under the Laws of Botswana and certification is limited to seed of officially recognized varieties, so grown and inspected, to protect varietal identity.

Who is eligible?
  • Seed producers.
  • Seed companies.
  • Private institutions.
  • Researchers.
  • Individual farmers.
How do I get this service?
  • Fill and Submit the Seed testing submission form along with the seed sample to the seed testing laboratory for testing.
  • The evaluation report will be given.
What supporting documents are required?

No supporting documents. 

How long will this service take?

Fourteen to Twenty-one (14 to 21) working days depending on the influx of samples and the functional status of laboratory equipment. 

Where can I obtain this service?

Department of Agricultural Research.
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
Seed testing submission form (496.65 KB)
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Seed inspection, protect seed varietal identity, certify seed, Seed testing submission.

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

Head of Seed Multiplication Unit.
Department of Agricultural Research.
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security.
Private Bag 0033
Gaborone
Botswana.
Tel. (+267) 3668100 ext.: 8192
Fax. (+267) 3928965
Website: www.moa.gov.bw​

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

 

Sale of Animal Ear Tags

Overview

In accordance to the Diseases of Animals act CAP 37:01 Statutory Instrument No. 7 Botswana Animal information and Traceability system Regulations, all animals above six months of age should be identified with official combo-tags. These combo tags can be purchased by farmers at the following  Livestock Advisory Centres (LACs) across the country. Farmers in FMD zones will only purchase tags at district of origin.

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens and residents 
How do I get this service?

Visit any local Department of Veterinary Services-DVS, District Office with Livestock Advisory Centre-LAC.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Applicable identity 
How long will this service take?

30 minutes.

Where can I obtain this service?

Visit the nearest Department of Veterinary (DVS) Office , BAITS Café/agent, or Livestock Advisory Centre (LAC)

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

Related Documents
Livestock Advisory Centres (LAC) Contacts (226.98 KB)
District Veterinary Offices (145.32 KB)
BAITS Regulations (5.54 MB)
How much does it cost?

Combo tags cost BWP 20.00.

Meta tags

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

Keywords

Animal eartags sale, animal traceability.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Agriculture
Where can I get more information on this Service
  • The nearest Department of Veterinary (DVS) Office , BAITS Café/agent,
  • Livestock Advisory Centres (LACs)

Or

Call Centre: 17755 

Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

 

 

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.

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