Agriculture in northern Namibia, Owambo and Kawango 1965—1970

Authors

• Sylvi Soini Agricultural Research Centre, 31600 Jokioinen

DOI: https://doi.org/10.23986/afsci.72069

Abstract

The soils of Owambo and Kawango plateau in Northern Namibia between logitudes 14°—21°E and latitudes 17°23”—18°30” S are studied applying some methods of the Finnish agricultural soil map work. Soil samples of 120 sites, 76 from 3 depths are analysed, the results are connected with the descriptions of terraines and presented as averages and figures. This basic knowledge is connected with the facts of references, observations during the period, results of agricultural observation trials, questionaires and discussions with the farmers. According to these the descriptions and suggestions are made concerning the agriculture in the area. Water and plant nutrient supplies, soil concervation and the most possible different branches o fthe farming life in the area are taken into consideration and a list of these is presented.