The Department of Animal, Aquaculture and Range Sciences is pleased to inform the scientific community and to Congratulate Dr. Dorice Leonard Lutatenekwa a member of academic staff, for a successfully defending her PhD on 05th September 2023 at Sokoine University of Agriculture. The tittle of her PhD thesis is “Characterization of Cenchrus Ciliaris (African Foxtail)...Read More
Bacteria have been previously engineered to detect diseases by responding to specific metabolites or pathogens. Currently, species of bacteria have been engineered to detect specific mutations in human DNA. Using CRISPR gene editing, researchers at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and colleagues from Australia, have engineered bacteria that can detect the presence of tumor...Read More
African foxtail grass (Cenchrus ciliaris), also known as buffel grass, is indeed a popular forage option in many tropical regions, including Tanzania. It’s known for its drought tolerance, adaptability to a variety of soil types, and its ability to provide good forage for livestock, particularly in arid and semi-arid areas. African foxtail grass is considered...Read More
The hound needlefish (Tylosurus crocodilus) belongs to the family Belonidae and is found in various coastal regions around the world, including the Tanzanian coastal waters. Population genetics studies have indicated high connectivity among hound needlefish populations in Tanzanian coastal waters. The hound needlefish Tylosurus crocodilus (Belonidae) is a highly demanded fish in the local markets...Read More
Feeding broiler chickens with different forms of Tanzania-type diets supplemented with microbial enzymes can have various effects on their growth performance, nutrient utilization, and overall health. The inclusion of microbial enzymes in broiler diets aims to enhance the digestibility of feed ingredients and improve nutrient utilization, thereby maximizing growth and productivity. When considering different forms...Read More
Cenchrus ciliaris is considered to be highly nutritive and excellent for pasture in hot, dry areas. It is valued for its production of palatable forage and intermittent grazing during dry periods in the tropics. The establishment of Cenchrus ciliaris, commonly known as buffel grass, among pastoralists in a semi-arid rangeland area of eastern Tanzania can provide...Read More
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...Read More
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,...Read More
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...Read More
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...Read More