A research team led by Dr. Cyrus Rumisha, a member of the Department of Animal, Aquaculture, and Range Sciences (DAARS), from a College of Agriculture at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) has won a highly competitive climate change research grant funded by the Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH). The project, titled “Leveraging Digital Alert...Read More
Every year on December 5, the world celebrates World Soil Day, a moment to reflect on the critical role of soil in agricultural development and food security. This year, the Department of Soil and Geological Sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), in collaboration with the Tanzania Agronomy Society (TAS) and the Tanzania Agricultural Research...Read More
The Crop Science Association of Tanzania (CROSAT) held its inaugural scientific conference earlier in November, bringing together professionals, researchers, and practitioners from various disciplines in crop and allied sciences. The theme of the conference, “Surmounting Climate Change in Crop Production Technologies,” focused on innovative solutions to the challenges posed by climate change in agriculture, particularly...Read More
The Department of Human Nutrition and Consumer Sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) proudly participated in the Tanzania One Health Conference 2024, held from November 4th to 6th, 2024, at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). The conference, themed “Advancing the One Health Approach to Achieve Global Health Security and Sustainable Human Development,” convened leading experts, policymakers,...Read More
The Department of Human Nutrition and Consumer Sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) proudly participated in the Tanzania One Health Conference 2024, held from November 4th to 6th at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). This year’s conference, themed “Advancing the One Health Approach to Achieve Global Health Security and Sustainable Human Development,” brought...Read More
A PhD candidate Mr. Abubakari Munna from the Department of Soil and Geological Sciences at the College of Agriculture presented his research findings to share with other scientists at the 3rd World Biodiversity Forum, held from 16 to 21 June 2024 in Davos, Switzerland. The forum brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to address...Read More
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 from the Sokoine University of...Read More
BSc Range Management and Animal Science students demonstrating their competence in quality silage making Silage is a crucial component of livestock nutrition, especially for dairy and beef cattle. It is produced by fermenting high-moisture forage crops, such as corn, grass, or legumes, in an anaerobic environment. This process preserves the feed’s nutritional value and makes...Read More
The Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) participated in the 5th International Fruit Fly Symposium of Tephritid workers from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East (TEAM), which was held from April 15 to April 18, 2024, in Belle Mare, Mauritius. The theme of this Symposium is titled “Food Security: Securing our Fruits for Healthy Consumption”. The...Read More
Banana Plantation lies at the Foot of Uluguru Mountain in the SUA Model Training Farm Bananas play a crucial role in the diet and economy of many African countries, including Tanzania. This tropical fruit, versatile in its uses and varieties, is deeply embedded in the cultural, social, and economic fabric of many African countries. In...Read More
