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Mr. David Mugisha a 3rd yr BSc. Animal Sciences emerged among the Top 10 winners in the 11th National Essay Writing Competition of 2023 – 2024

Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) organized the 11th National Essay Writing Competition of 2023 – 2024, with the theme “Empowering Consumers through Standardization to Achieve their Rights to Safe Quality Goods and Services”. All students from Tanzania Universities and Colleges were invited to participate in this diligent essay writing competition. The winners were announced during […]

Effects of Deferred Grazing Regime on Rangeland Productivity and Health: A Case Study of Simanjiro District in Northern Tanzania

Deferred grazing is a management strategy that involves resting certain areas of rangeland from livestock grazing for a specific period. This technique aims to improve rangeland productivity and health which allows vegetation to recover and regenerate. The effects of a deferred grazing system on rangeland productivity and health in Simanjiro District, Northern Tanzania, have been […]

Transcending borders: Remarkable genetic homogeneity among Barred mudskipper (Periophthalmus argentilineatus) populations in the southwestern Indian Ocean

The barred mudskipper (Periophthalmus argentilineatus) is a fascinating amphibious fish species found in mangrove habitats throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including the southwestern Indian Ocean. These fish are well adapted to both terrestrial and aquatic environments, using their pectoral fins to “walk” on land and their gills to breathe underwater. Population studies of barred mudskippers in […]

Effect of Genetic and Non-Genetic Factors on Productive and Reproductive Performances of Dairy Cattle at TALIRI–Tanga

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. […]

Classification and Productivity of Smallholder Broiler Farms in the Pwani Region, Tanzania

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 Department Basketball Team (Grinder All Day) Won on the Second Round Playoff Battle

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 […]