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Forage growth, yield and nutritional characteristics of five African foxtail ecotypes grown at Magadu dairy farm in Morogoro, Tanzania

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 […]

Global Gene Therapy Training, Postdoc Positions, and DS-I Africa newsflash

1. Global Gene Therapy Training The American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy in collaboration with Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences welcomes you to Join us for the second year of our FREE virtual course  If you’re an academic faculty member teaching at an accredited university or medical school in sub-Saharan Africa, apply for this eight-part course. ASGCT recently earned a Power of […]

Semen quality of progeny-tested breeding bulls maintained at the National Artificial Insemination Centre, Arusha, Tanzania

Artificial insemination (AI) in Tanzania was being used primarily in the livestock sector, particularly for cattle breeding. Artificial insemination is a reproductive technology that involves the introduction of sperm into the reproductive tract of a female to achieve fertilization without natural mating. The adoption of AI in Tanzania has been aimed at improving livestock breeds, […]

SUA participating in the TCU 18th Higher Education, Science and Technology Exhibitions

The Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Adolf Faustine Mkenda received explanation from the Sokoine University of Agriculture Vice Chancellor Prof. Raphael Tihelwa Chibunda, when visited SUA section on the 18th Higher Education, Science and Technology exhibition organized by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU). Pictures from the courtesy of SUA Communication and Marketing.   […]

Population genetics of the hound needlefish Tylosurus crocodilus (Belonidae) indicate high connectivity in Tanzanian coastal waters

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 […]

Response of Broiler Chickens Fed Different Forms of Tanzania-type Diets with Microbial Enzymes

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 […]

Participatory establishment of Cenchrus ciliaris forage grass among pastoralists in a semi-arid rangeland area of eastern Tanzania

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 […]