African Journal of
Agricultural Research

  • Abbreviation: Afr. J. Agric. Res.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 1991-637X
  • DOI: 10.5897/AJAR
  • Start Year: 2006
  • Published Articles: 6861

Full Length Research Paper

A survey on the state of moringa cultivation and utilization in Kwazulu-Natal

Simphiwe Promise Buthelezi
  • Simphiwe Promise Buthelezi
  • Department of Research and Development, Moses Kotane Institute, South Africa.
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Londeka Thandokuhle Mimi Nxumalo
  • Londeka Thandokuhle Mimi Nxumalo
  • Department of Research and Development, Moses Kotane Institute, South Africa.
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  •  Received: 21 February 2024
  •  Accepted: 14 May 2024
  •  Published: 31 July 2024

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