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Acceptability of a prototype point of care test for human taeniosis and cysticercosis diagnosis, in Mbeya and Songwe

Emil, Thomas (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2019)

The proto-type Taenia solium taeniosis/cysticercosis point of care test (TSTC-POC test) is a combined T. solium taeniosis / cysticercosis diagnostic test that enables immediate diagnosis of individuals suffering from ...
Aflatoxin and fumonisin contamination in homemade and commercial cereal based complementary foods with formula in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania

Katengesya, T. P. (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2018)

Aflatoxins (AF) and fumonisins (FM) are major foodborne mycotoxins of public health concerns that infect maize and groundnuts which are the main components of cereal based complementary foods with formula (CBCF-F). The ...
Aflatoxin and fumonisin contamination of maize and beans along the food and feed value chain in Babati district, Tanzania

Nyangi, Chacha Joseph (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2014)

The natural occurrence of aflatoxins and fumonisins in maize and beans at harvest, during storage and along the value chain, including processed, feed and marketed products in three villages of Long, Sabilo and Seloto in ...
Aflatoxin in peanut butter and compliance with the national food laws among SMEs in Dar es Salaam region

Kiwia, Lulu (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2019)

The aim of this study was to determine the levels of aflatoxin in peanut butter and compliance with the national food laws among SMEs peanut butter manufacturers in Dar es Salaam region. Semi-structured questionnaire was ...
Assessing and controlling bio-deterioration of maize in Tanzania.

Suleiman, Rashid A. (Iowa State University, 2016)

Agriculture is the backbone of the Tanzanian economy. It accounts for about one-third of the gross domestic product (GDP), provides 85 percent of all exports and serves as a livelihood lo over 80 percent of the total ...
Assessing sustainability of smallholder dairy and traditional cattle milk production systems in Tanzania

Munyaneza, C. (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2018)

Sustainability of smallholder dairy and traditional cattle milk production systems in developing countries, including Tanzania, is limited by a number of constraints such as low cow productivity, shortage of feed, limited ...
Assessment and characterization of food types consumed by hadzabe hunter-gatherer nomads in northern Tanzania

Migata, Mabula Masunga (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2011)

The aim of this study was to assess and characterize the food types consumed by Hadzabe hunter-gatherer nomads in Karatu and Meatu districts, northern Tanzania. A total of 259 respondents from the target districts were ...
Assessment of diet quality and dietary diversity of overweight and obese adults in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania.

Katunge, N. N. (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2017)

Obesity is a condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have an adverse effect on health, leading to reduced life expectancy. It is one of the most serious public health problems of ...
Assessment of farmers handling practices and effectiveness of different post harvest technologies of maize in Kilosa District

Henry, C. L. (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2018)

Post-harvest management during handling and storage of maize are crucial for ensuring food security. This study was carried out to assess farmers handling practices and effectiveness of different post-harvest technologies ...
Assessment of iodine status of school children, pregnant and lactating women in mufindi and kilosa districts

Sakina, H (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2008)

This study was conducted to assess iodine status of school-aged children, pregnant, lactating and normal women in Rungemba, Kitelewasi, Kinyanambo and Berega villages. Data were collected by using a structured, pre-tested ...
Assessment of microbial contamination in beef from abattoir to retail meat outlets in Morogoro municipality, Tanzania

Ntanga, Pius Daniel (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2013)

The aim of this study was to assess microbial contamination in beef production chain from abattoir to retail meat outlets in Morogoro municipality. A total of 102 water, meat and surface swab samples from evisceration ...
Assessment of microbial quality of raw cow’s milk and antimicrobial susceptibility of selected milk-borne bacteria in Kilosa and Mvomero districts, Tanzania

Kanyeka, Happy Brown (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2014)

Milk is an important source of nutrients to human and animals, but due to its high water activity and nutritional value it serves as an excellent medium for growth of many kind of microorganisms under suitable conditions. ...
Assessment of nutrient contents of foods widely grown and consumed in Morogoro municipality

Kailembo, Jane Paul (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2011)

Nutrient contents of foods widely grown and commonly consumed in Morogoro Municipality were determined, aiming at establishing nutrient composition databases of foods in the study area. Data was collected in dry (July ...
Assessment of nutritive value of commiphora swynnertonii and its effects on cholesterol levels in rattus rattus

Simon, Sikitu (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2011)

Experimental studies to determine the chemical composition of the Commiphora swynnertonii as well as its effect in plasma cholesterol levels and weight changes in Rattus rattus. A total of 24 rats were used in the dose ...
Assessment of pesticide exposure pathways on humans in Mang'ola ward, Karatu district-Arusha, Tanzania

Mhauka, Arthur Bernard (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2014)

A cross-sectional study was carried out in Mang’ola area in Lake Eyasi basin from October 2012 to February 2013 to assess pesticide exposure pathways to vegetable growers and consumers. A total sample size of 263 respondents ...
Assessment of processing methods, sensory attributes, nutritional quality and safety of cassava leaves product (Isombe) in Rwanda

Umuhozariho, Marie Goretti (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2014)

Cassava (Manihot esculenta Cranz) leaves are cherished as a vegetable in Africa, but contain a toxic compound, cyanide. Studies were conducted to assess utilization, cyanide and nutritional value of cassava leaves after ...
Awareness of health risks as a result of consumption of raw milk in Arusha city and Meru district, Tanzania

Bukuku, Juma Ngasala (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2013)

A cross-sectional study was conducted in Arusha city and Meru District Council, Tanzania, from October to December 2012, to assess the awareness of smallholder dairy farmers, milk vendors and milk retailers to milk quality ...
Basal Metabolic Rate and energy cost of performing farm activities in Magubike village, Kilosa District, Morogoro, Tanzania

Ocan, Hilda Ndanguzi (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2008)

Determination of basal metabolic rate (BMR), energy cost of various farm activities, physical activity level (PAL), total energy expenditure (TEE), nutritional status and work capacity (VO 2 max) was done to examine their ...
Biofuel production and food availability in Meru district, Arusha, Tanzania

Mwakasege, N. (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2016)

Jatropha cultivation for biofuel production in Tanzania started in 2006 and the process has kept on increasing. In Meru District it has continued through inter-cropping system, which can lead to food insecurity due to its ...
Care practices for children living in orphanage centres in Morogoro and Dar es salaam regions

Mgeni, Walbert (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2013)

Currently, there is a growing trend towards gathering children at orphanage centres (OCs) due to societal changes. This leaves many unanswered questions related to the quality of care offered to children living in OCs. ...

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