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The Department of Animal Science, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences is participating of the “Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition” in the Eastern Zone

The Department of Animal Science, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences is fully participating in the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition of the Eastern Zone, held in the Morogoro region. This annual event showcases the latest advancements and innovations in agriculture and livestock production, providing a platform for various stakeholders to exchange knowledge and technologies. The department’s participation […]

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. Despite the significant number of cattle, their contribution to the GDP remains low, with per capita meat consumption falling short of recommended levels. This discrepancy is attributed to the suboptimal performance traits of TSHZ, including […]

Innovative Approaches to Livestock Management: Genetic Improvement and Early Pregnancy Detection

On the 14th of June 2024, the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS) at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) hosted an event featuring professional guest speakers from URUS Group LP and IDEXX Laboratories. The focus was on new technology for early pregnancy detection and genetic improvement for climate-smart livestock production. Students and staff […]

Invitation to Public Lectures

The Department of Animal, Aquaculture and Range Sciences (DAARS) in collaboration with the URUS Group LP and IDEXX Laboratories, is cordially inviting you to public lectures that are to be held on Friday 14th June 2024 at DAARS Postgraduate Lecture Room, from 10:00 to 12:00 hrs.  The themes of the lectures are: Lecture 1: Advanced/new technologies for early ruminant […]

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 is a zoonotic that can be transmitted from animals to humans. The main reservoir are rodents, especially rats, but can also found in other animals like cattle, pigs, horses, and dogs. Leptospirosis has significant impacts […]

MSc. Tropical Animal Production Visited Kongwa Natonal Ranch

The excursion of MSc. Tropical Animal Production students from the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS) at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) to Kongwa Rach operated under  National Ranching Company Ltd (NARCO) in Tanzania. is of immense significance contributing to their academic and professional development. National Ranching Company Ltd (NARCO) in Tanzania is […]