Mr. Gilbert Temba, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Forest Engineering and Wood Sciences The College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Tourism extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Gilbert Temba for winning a prize worth TZS 29,999,180 to support his research titled “Quantifying Timber Loss to Promote Sustainable Utilization in Plantation Forests: A Case Study of the Northern […]
In a symbolic and inspiring event held at the office of the Head of the Department of Wildlife Management, student leaders of the 2024 Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management final-year cohort were awarded certificates of appreciation. These students had demonstrated exemplary leadership during their field practical training across various protected areas in Tanzania. The practical […]
Resin extraction from Pinus patula plantations (image credit, cfwt) What does one think walking in the fire trails of this big Pinus Patula plantation? Well, of course, some may think of timber, and some go even further to think of ecosystem services like carbon sequestration and water purification. But are these the only products one […]
Apply for student mobility with the ERASMUS-programme Winter semester 2025/26 and study one semester at the Department of Geography, University of Bonn (Germany) Click here for Requirements and application procedures Visit the link bellow to learn more on Experiences from students previously participated in the mobility ERASMUS Students Embrace Learning and Exploration in Bonn, […]
This guide will take you through the essential cultivation techniques for Pinus patula tree specie Source: DOI: Pinus patula Plantations in Africa: An Overview of Its Silvicultural Traits and Use under SDG For more information on Nursery raising, Planting, Weeding, Pruning, Stocking, and site effect on productivity visit the link below; Quality, Stocking and yield of […]
Pinus patula, commonly known as the Mexican weeping pine, is a tree species native to the highlands of Mexico. It thrives in altitudes ranging from 1,800 to 2,700 meters above sea level and is known for its spreading leaves and resilience to moderate drought conditions. The journey of Pinus patula to Africa began in the […]
Jumuiya ya SUA pamoja na Ndaki ya Misitu, Wanyamapori na Utalii kwa ujumla inapenda kuchukua nafasi hii kumpongeza Prof. Emmanuel Luoga kwa kuteuliwa na Mheshimiwa Raisi wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania kuwa sehemu ya Tume ya Raisi ya kutathmini kuhusu Mgogoro wa Ardhi katika Hifadhi ya Ngorongoro.
Dr. Kajenje Magessa, a Senior Lecturer from Department of Forest Resource Assessment and Management at SUA Sokoine University of Agriculture, through its researchers, has launched an assessment of carbon revenue as a sustainable financial empowerment method for the conservation and management of community forests in Tanzania. The aim of this project is to explore how […]
The 3rd TAFORI International Conference, held from December 11th to 13th, 2024, focuses on “Restoring Forest Landscapes for Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation”. This conference is crucial for Tanzania’s natural resources as it brings together experts, researchers, and policymakers to discuss innovative solutions for forest conservation, biodiversity, and sustainable land management. By addressing challenges […]
Prosopis juliflora, image credit (https://greenthingsaz.com/) Researchers from the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), the Tanzania Forestry Research Institute (TAFORI), and the University of Nairobi (Kenya), in collaboration with the Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International Archives (CABI), have made strides in eradicating the invasive tree species, Prosopis juliflora. Scientists report that Prosopis juliflora was introduced […]