Heat stress has a significant impact on milk yield traits and metabolites in tropical dairy cattle. When cattle are exposed to high ambient temperatures and humidity, they experience heat stress, which can lead to reduced milk production and changes in metabolic processes. Heat stress negatively affects milk production in dairy cattle. The decline in milk […]
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By Ruvuga, P.R. and ·Maleko, D,D. Dairy goat farming is an important agricultural activity in East Africa, as they are valued for their ability to provide milk, meat, and income for smallholder farmers in the region. East Africa has several goat breeds suitable for dairy production, including the Toggenburg, Saanen, Alpine, Anglo-Nubian, Norwegian etc. Local […]
Carcass characteristics play a crucial role in determining the quality and value of chicken meat. These characteristics refer to the physical attributes of the chicken carcass, including its size, shape, color, texture, and composition. Carcass characteristics influence the amount of meat obtained from a chicken. Factors such as the size and weight of the carcass, […]
By Dr. Daniel Elius Mushi (Deputy permanent secretary for the Tanzania Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, and Senior Lecturer at Sokoine University of Agriculture). Tanzania’s substantial livestock resource comprises 35.3 million cattle, 25.6 million goats, 8.8 million sheep, and 92.8 million chickens. Despite the magnitude of this resource, the contribution of the livestock sector to […]
From Left: Dr. Perminus K. Migwi (PhD), in the middle Dr. Dismas S. Shija (PhD) and to the far right: Professor Dr. Bockline O. Bebe (PhD) The Department of Animal, Aquaculture and Range Sciences is pleased to inform the scientific community and Congratulate Dr. Dismas Said Shija a member of academic staff, for successfully defending […]
Elasmobranchs are a group of cartilaginous fishes that includes sharks, rays, and skates. Many species within this group are currently facing significant threats and are classified as endangered or critically endangered. These threats arise from various factors, including overfishing, habitat degradation, bycatch, and climate change. As a result, conservation efforts are being undertaken to protect […]
