The productivity and reproductive performance of dairy cattle are influenced by a combination of genetic and non-genetic factors. In genetic factors, genetic selection plays a significant role in improving both productivity and reproductive traits in dairy cattle. Breeding programs aim to select animals with desirable traits such as high milk yield, good fertility, and longevity. […]
The classification and productivity of smallholder broiler farms hold significant importance for various stakeholders, including farmers, policymakers, researchers, and the broader agricultural community. Understanding the classification and productivity of smallholder broiler farms helps farmers make informed decisions about their operations. By knowing how their farm compares to others in terms of size, efficiency, and productivity, […]
The Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) is yearly running several sports and games tournaments for students and staff to participate in and engage themselves in building their physical fitness, mental well-being, discipline, fostering teamwork, and several valuable life skills. Basketball is among the lovely sports on campus, where SUA invested in constructing standard basketball courts […]
The academic member of staff from the Department of Animal, Aquaculture and Range Management, Fredrick Jonas Sammo has been conferred his MSc. in Animal Science (Animal Nutrition and Metabolism) from the Wageningen University and Research (WUR) in the Netherlands. He successfully defended his Master’s thesis in April 2023 and graduated on the 1st of February […]
The Rufiji River basin in Tanzania is home to a variety of aquatic species, including several species of catfish. Bagrid catfish “family Bagridae” are among the catfish species found in this region. The Bagridae family is diverse, and different species within this family may inhabit various types of aquatic environments, such as rivers, lakes, and […]
The aquaculture team from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) visited Tanlapia Aquaculture Company today. Tanlapia is an aquaculture company based in the Bagamoyo district at the Coastal region of Tanzania. Tanlapia is a private sector involved in tilapia fish production using the In-Pond Raceways System for tilapia production (IPRS), which simulates a natural river environment, […]
Dr. Khaji Omary Mkata Field Technician I (Assistant to Academician) Khaji Mkata was employed in 2015 as a Field Technician assistant to Academician under the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS). He currently holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) of Sokoine University of Agriculture. Before he joined the Department of Animal, Aquaculture […]
Phylogeography is a field that combines principles of evolutionary biology, population genetics, and biogeography to understand the historical processes that have shaped the current geographic distribution of species, existing genetic diversity and their adaptations. Normally, phylogeographic patterns are the observable trends and structures in the genetic variation of populations across geographical space. The African Greater […]
The crew members of the Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences Department (DAARS) are delighted to congratulate Prof. Anthony Zozimus Sangeda on his appointment as Deputy Principal in the College of Agriculture by the Sokoine University of Agriculture Chancellor. Prof. Sangeda’s assumed this position from 20th December 2023 – 19th December 2026. We are so proud […]
Rangeland refers to land primarily used for grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats. It is an extensive, uncultivated area dominated by native vegetation, including grasses, shrubs, and other plants suitable for forage. Rangelands are found in various ecosystems, including grasslands, shrublands, deserts, and savannas. Rangelands in Tanzania play a crucial role in supporting […]