Ministry of Agriculture

Bull Fertility Testing

Overview

This service provides bull fertility testing for farmers upon their request.

Who is eligible?

Citizen farmers

How do I get this service?
  • A request should be made by the farmer for the Animal Production Officer to visit the farm to conduct the test. ​
  • After testing the bulls, each bull is issued with a certificate with its status.
  • The fee per bull is paid after the test is completed at the nearest Animal Production Office.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A valid National Identity Card (O​mang).
  • A Brand Certificate (shows ownership).
  • A Pedigree Certificate (for commercial farmers).​
How long will this service take?

30 minutes per bull.

How much does it cost?

The cost of the test per bull is BWP 175.00.

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Keywords

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

Contact the nearest Animal Production

Department of Animal Production

Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security
Private Bag 0032 
Plot 4701, Mmaraka Road
Gaboro​ne
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120

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

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

Brand Certificate Application

Overview

This service allows Livestock Keepers to apply for a brand certificate which is used for identification of their livestock as well as for proof of ownership in line with the Branding of Cattle Act CAP 36:02. The service involves new registration, renewal and transfer of the brand certificate. B​rand certificates are valid for 10 years.

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens
  • Non-citizens
  • Companies
How do I get this service?
  • Applicants should visit the office with the relevant supporting documents and pay the applicable fee to the officer present at the District Office.
  • The brand certificate will then be issued to the applicant.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A valid national identification card (Omang) or a birth certificate for under 16 years citizens.
  • A valid resident permit and valid passport for non-citizens.
  • A valid Company’s Registration certificate for companies.​
How long will this service take?

In Gaborone or at Assistant Registrar designated district offices, the brand certificate can be issued in thirty (30) minutes and five (5) working days for other district offices.

Related Documents
District Veterinary Offices_1.pdf (145.32 KB)
Livestock Theft Prevention Tips.pdf (327.78 KB)
Baits Regulations (2018).pdf (5.54 MB)
How much does it cost?
  • BWP 10.00 for keeper registration. (see Livestock Registration)
  • BWP 50.00 for a new application, renewal, transfer or additional copy.
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Keywords

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

DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SERVICES – OUTSTATIONS NUMBERS

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

Private Bag 364

Maun

Tel: 686 0236/7

Direct: 686 1366

Fax: 686 0315

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER (A)

Private Bag 12

Lobatse

TEL: 533 0244

DIRECT: 533 0243

FAX: 533 3255

 

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER (F)

Private Bag 008

LOBATSE

TEL: 530 0386

FAX: 533 2265/3255

Mogoditsane Veterinary Office

TEL; 317 0766

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 14

Gantsi

TEL; 6596158/381/191/997

FAX: 659 6620/6121

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

Private Bag 8

Selibe-Phikwe

TEL; 261 0890 / 2610 562

FAX: 261 0191

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER (F)

P O BOX 19

Francistown

TEL: 241 3425/090

DIRECTOR; 241 3512

FAX: 241 4615

 

Maokatumo Veterinary Office

TEL: 4958679

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 4

Molepolole

TEL; 5820304/689

DIRECT: 592 0296/5921296

FAX: 5920684/300

 

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 223

Letlhakeng

TEL: 5943 034/217

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER (A)

P O BOX 1159

Francistown

TEL: 241 4499

FAX; 241 4427

Artesia Vet Office

TEL: 575 0802

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (BNVL)

Private Bag 0035

GABORONE

TEL: 3928816 / 3928716

FAX: 3928956

 

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 20

Kanye

TEL: 544 0365/2534

FAX: 544 0242

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 463

Goodhope

TEL: 5404 403

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER (A)

Private Bag 002

Maun

TEL: 686 0193

PRINCIPAL

MITI

Private Bag 0045

LOBATSE

TEL; 533 0671

FAX; 533 2259

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

Gaborone Field Office

P O Box 10019

GABORONE

TEL; 397 4152/3913 699

FAX;397 2070

 

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O Box 151

Kasane

TEL; 625 0244

FAX; 625 0369/624

Marapong Vet Office

TEL: 298 1091

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 51

PRINCIPAL VETERINARY OFFICER

P O BOX 50

KOPONG VET OFFICE

TEL: 396 9027

FAX: 310 4232

 

The Director
Department of Veterinary Services
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone,
Botswana
Tel:(+267)3689504
Fax:(+267)3689893
 

Registrar of Brands
Ground Floor, Office 23
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Headquarters
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone, Botswana
Tel.(+267)3689135/9134
Fax.(+267) 3972177
E-mail: DVS [at] gov.bw (DVS[at]gov[dot]bw)​​

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

Bee Keeping Development Services

Overview

Beekeeping development is tasked to provide the following services:

  • Facilitate the establishment of beekeeping projects.
  • Transfer of technologies in order to maximize production and promote commercialisation of the beekeeping industries.
  • Conduct demonstrations, farm walks and field days to enhance technology adoption.
  • Assist the public to capture bees.
  • Appraise farmer's projects.
  • Facilitate formation of producer associations. 
Related Documents
TECHNICAL GUIDELINES FOR BEEKEEPING PROJECT (231.75 KB)
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Keywords

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

DISTRCIT/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

 

Animal Slaughtering

Overview

The Government provides facilities where people may bring animals for slaughtering.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and residents. 

How do I get this service?

Visit the Kgotla with animal registration documents and the animal(s) to be slaughtered, one day before the proposed slaughter date to the Kgosi to prove ownership.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Animal registration documents.
  • Valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Residence Permit (for non-citizens).
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day.

Where can I obtain this service?

Please contact your preferred Local Authority Offices, the contact information for which is available:

Related Documents
Guideline for Registration and Licensing of Meat premises (515.53 KB)
How much does it cost?

The fees vary from council to council. 

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Keywords

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

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

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

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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.

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