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Access to cooperative education and agricultural information by rural smallholder farmers in Tanzania
Although the literature demonstrates that cooperatives play an important role in agriculture by providing a diverse range of opportunities, the impact on smallholder farmers remains unsatisfactory. Reviewing literature with a focus on cooperative education and agricultural information accessibility is critical for providing insights into how could contribute to global initiatives to overcome smallholder agricultural challenges. […]
Effect of cropping pattern and agronomic practice on Maize productivity among smallholder Farmers in Kilosa District, Tanzania
The study was investigating the influence of cropping pattern and agronomic practice on maize yield in Kilosa District, Tanzania. The simple random probability sampling technique was employed to select 200 respondents. The survey questionnaire was employed for primary data collection. Data was analysed by multiple linear regressions. The results of suggest that 61% of the […]
Utilization patterns and the effect of processing on nutritional, functional, phytochemical and anti-oxidant properties of Jackfruits (Artocarpus heterophyllus) seeds in Tanzania
Jackfruit seeds are rich in nutrient such as carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and polyphenols. Yet, they are hugely underutilized in the country at present. The study aimed to establish the utilization patterns and effects of processing (boiling, soaking and roasting) on nutritional, phytochemical and ant- properties of Jackfruits seeds. A total of 384 jackfruit farmers were […]
Towards food nutrition improvement: Assessment of Farmers’ knowledge, perceptions and access to provitamin A-rich Maize in Tanzania
Maize is an important staple food and income-generating crop in most regions of Tanzania. The crop provides calories and other important micronutrients including vitamin A. This study was conducted in 3 maize growing zones of Tanzania to assess farmers’ knowledge and perception on provitamin A-rich maize (proVAM). Purposive sampling technique was employed involving 366 respondents. […]
Factors influencing rice production in the Lwafi-katongolo irrigation scheme: Nkasi District, Tanzania
This study was conducted to assess factors influencing rice production in the Lwafi-Katongolo Irrigation Scheme. A sample of 120 farmers from 4 villages of Katongolo, Masolo, Kamwanda and Mpata were purposively selected for the assessment of factors influencing crop yields and water delivery (flow). Data was collected through a questionnaire administered to households to generate […]
A quantity-quality tradeoff: Water quality and poverty assessment of drinking water sources in Southern Tanzania
Despite being key to people’s survival, accessing potable water remains a challenge in many rural African areas and exposes communities to waterborne diseases. In this paper, a study was conducted to establish the most secure water source in the study area in terms of quality and access. The quality of five drinking water sources in […]
Local adaptation strategies against climate change among the oscillating agro-pastoral Maasai communities, Tanzania
This study assesses the pastoral Maasai adaptation to climate changes in Losinyai, Orjoro no.5 and Shambarai Sokoni Wards in Simanjiro District. Data were collected using household surveys, key informant interviews and documentary reviews. Data were coded and analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), where both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques were applied. The […]
Effects of Tephrosia vogelii and rabbit urine formulation on insect pests and yields of cowpea Singida, Tanzania
An experiment was conducted at Jineri village, Singida rural to evaluate the effects of 10%(w/v) Tephrosia vogelii (T) and 50%(v/v) rabbit urine (U) on insect pests and yield of cowpea in Singida Tanzania from February 2021 to June 2021. The T and U treatments were mixed in 10% (v/v) sunflower oil, and sterile water and […]
Effect of Tephrosia vogelii formulation with rabbit urine on insect pests and yield of sesame in Singida, Tanzania
A field experiment was conducted to assess the efficacy of Tephrosia vogelii formulated with rabbit urine on insect pests and yield of sesame. The experiment was done with five treatments namely 10% T. vogelii (w/v), 50% rabbit urine (v/v), 10% T. vogelii + 50% rabbit urine, Water and synthetic pesticide [Duduba 450 EC (Cypermethrin 100g/l […]
Risk factors and community local approaches against snakebites envenomation in Kilombero Valley, Tanzania
Snakebite envenomation is among neglected tropical diseases that continue to pose public health challenges especially in rural and poor communities of Africa including Tanzania. This study explored the risk factors and local practices regarding snakebite among communities in Kilombero Valley, South-east Tanzania. Participants involved were snakebites victims ≥ 18 years, parents for those aged < […]