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Socioeconomic factors influencing adoption of climate-smart agriculture technologies by smallholder farmers in semi-arid areas, Tanzania
Climate change poses significant challenges to agricultural productivity and food security, particularly in developing countries where agriculture remains a critical livelihood source. In response, climate-smart agriculture technologies (CSATs) have emerged as vital tools to enhance resilience and sustainability in farming systems. This study investigates the socioeconomic factors influencing the adoption of CSATs, with a focus […]
Assessment of the status and performance of horizontal subsurface flow constructed wetlands for industrial wastewater treatment in Tanzania
Three horizontal subsurface flow constructed wetlands (HSSF-CWs) evaluated in northern Tanzania were from the meat, winery, and paper industries. The winery and paper industry CWs exhibited surface flow, while the meat industry CW did not. This difference was attributed to inadequate pretreatment, hydraulic, and organic overloads. Poor design also contributed to the issue, as the […]
Assessment of resistant Escherichia coli in groundwater sources and sanitary inspection for contamination risk in Bagamoyo, Tanzania
Two billion people globally are using faecal-contaminated water. Consumption of Escherichia coli in fecal-contaminated waters poses a health risk due to its potential to cause diseases which highlights the need for understanding its factors for contamination and its antimicrobial resistance profile. Membrane filtration method was used to culture and isolate E. coli. The disk diffusion […]
Socio-demographic and economic factors influencing the adoption of dairy breeding technologies in Tanzania
Worldwide, improved dairy breeding technologies are expanding and increasing dairy cattle production. However, socio-demographic and economic factors influencing the adoption of dairy breeding technologies are not well evidenced. This study used a cross-sectional survey design with quantitative research approach to assess the socio-demographic and economic factors influencing the adoption of dairy breeding technologies in the […]
The role of institutional support and extension services in enhancing the adoption of dairy breeding technologies in Tanzania
This study examines the role of institutional support, extension services, and artificial insemination (AI) service providers in the adoption of improved dairy breeding technology in the Eastern Zone of Tanzania, focusing on Kinondoni and Bagamoyo districts. The findings reveal significant disparities in institutional support, with only 16.7% of respondents in Kinondoni reporting receipt of support […]
Synergistic effect of nutrient fertilizer and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi on maize growth and grain yield in central northern Tanzania
This study explored the synergistic effects of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) and nutrient fertilizer resources (organic fertilizer (cattle manure) and inorganic fertilizer (NPK) on maize plant growth and grain yield in central-northern Tanzania, emphasizing their potential in nutrient-limited environments. The AMF on the Tanzania maize variety (TMV1) in two experiments. The first experiment was conducted […]
Exclusive breastfeeding knowledge, attitudes, practices and factors influencing its adoption among caregivers in common market places in Morogoro, Tanzania
This study aimed to evaluate the exclusive breastfeeding practices among women working in common market places in Morogoro Municipality. A sample of 90 women was selected through random and convenience sampling methods and interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The results revealed that only […]
Aflatoxin contamination levels in farmer’s preferred maize varieties and exotic lines in Tanzania
Aflatoxins are carcinogenic compounds produced by fungi like Aspergillus, which contaminate key crops such as maize, leading to food insecurity, poor health, and economic challenges, particularly in African countries where maize is a staple. High temperature, humidity, and insect damage increase aflatoxin contamination. Efforts to manage this issue are underway, with the most promising solution […]
Ecological impact and spatial distribution of invasive species Prosopis juliflora in the lake Natron basin, northern Tanzanian landscapes
Prosopis juliflora, commonly known as Mesquite is an invasive species that poses significant ecological and socio-economic challenges in arid and semi-arid regions worldwide. Its aggressive spread in Tanzania threatens native biodiversity, agricultural productivity, and local livelihoods. This study aimed to assess the population density, distribution, and ecological impact of Prosopis juliflora in Monduli, Ngorongoro and […]
Human-elephant conflicts in northern Tanzania: Determinants and the perceived effectiveness of local mitigation strategies
Human-elephant conflicts (HEC) is the major challenge to agropastoral communities who resides within and around protected areas (PAs) in northern Tanzania. Efforts to abate HECs challenges has led communities to adopt a range of tradition elephant deterrence methods. Our study employed 156 household survey and 8 key informant interviews to identify determinants of HEC and […]