Overview
This service provides applicants with a means by which to identify plant diseases and to receive recommendations on control measures.
Who is eligible?
Any person, citizens or non-citizens interested in crop disease identification and control is welcomed to apply for this service including:
- Horticulture farmers
- Arable farmers
- Researchers
- Other Institutions
How do I get this service?
- Complete and submit the Plant Pests Diagnostic Form along with the sample to Plant Pathology Testing Laboratory for testing.
- After evaluation of the test results, a report will be dispatched and explained.
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 purity of samples received.
Where can I get more information on this Service
Head of Plant Pathology Laboratory
Department of Agricultural Research
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security
Private Bag 0033
Gaborone
Botswana 97
Fax.(+267) 3928965/ 3190783
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.
