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The Department contribute towards transformation of livestock and fisheries sectors through provision of quality education, research, outreach and advisory services to the society

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What we offer

The Department is actively involved in teaching, research, outreach and production in fields of animal husbandry, aquaculture and range management

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Production

The Department runs several production units namely Dairy, Sheep and Goats, Fish, Fodder, Poultry, Rabbits and Piggery. They play a key role in hands-on training, research

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News

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February 14, 2025

Tracing the Genetic Connectivity and Origins of Nile Tilapia in Tanzanian Saline Rift Valley Lakes

The Tanzanian Saline Rift Valley Lakes (SRVLs) are shallow, soda-saline lakes formed within tectonic depressions of the East African Rift...
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January 8, 2025

Ifahamu Idara ya Sayansi ya Wanyama, Viumbe Maji na Nyanda za Malisho – SUA

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December 16, 2024

A research team led by a member of the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences Wins a Prestigious Climate Change Research Grant

A research team led by Dr. Cyrus Rumisha, a member of the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS),...
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November 13, 2024

Application of emulgel in muscle-based foods

An emulgel is a hybrid structure combining an emulsion and a gel, used in muscle-based foods to improve texture, stability,...
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November 11, 2024

Sympathy for the Devils: Urgent Conservation Needed for Devil Rays in the Southwestern Indian Ocean

By  Cyrus Rumisha Devil rays, belonging to the family Mobulidae, are renowned for their elegant swimming and impressive acrobatics, often leaping...
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October 16, 2024

The myths and contradictions in nutrition and feeding pattern of human being

By Dr. Charles Moses Lyimo (Genetics and Biochemistry expert) “We are evolved to feast and fast for healthy survival” Nutrition...
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Findings

Interesting Research News, Innovations, Publications, and Other Facts
June 23, 2024

Performance of Boran and Two Strains of Tanzania Short Horn Zebu Cattle Fed on Three Different Diets

Tanzania’s vast cattle population, predominantly comprising Tanzania Short Horn Zebu (TSHZ), plays a crucial role in the nation’s agricultural economy....
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June 6, 2024

Assessment of the Knowledge and Awareness of Leptospirosis among Households, Farmers, and Livestock Keepers in Unguja Island, Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study

Limited understanding exists concerning leptospirosis in Zanzibar. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira and...
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May 21, 2024

Acid-base disturbances and effects on oxygen uptake rates in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) following acute and prolonged CO2 exposure

Farming Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Tanzania is an increasingly important activity, contributing significantly to food security, economic development, and...
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May 4, 2024

Threatening the endangered: Uncovering endangered elasmobranchs and factors perpetuating the Tanzanian shark-fin trade

Despite global conservation efforts, elasmobranchs still face increased fishing pressure due to the high demand for their products. Although certain...
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Announcements, Events, Workshop/ Research Calls, and Other Opportunities
February 13, 2025

ACADEMIC STAFF LECTURE SERIES

As part of the Academic Staff Lecture Series, Dr. Theofrida Maginga and Ms. Mary Marcel will present their lectures on 19th February 2025, from...
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August 5, 2024

Ziara ya Rais wa Jamuhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania Katika Chuo Kikuu cha Sokoine cha Kilimo

Mhe. Dk. Samia Suluhu Hassan
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June 18, 2024

Genetic Improvement and its Impacts on the Brazilian Beef Production

Zoom Link: CLICK HERE or access this link: https://bit.ly/3VnbPSt   The Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences The College...
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