Transforming Livelihoods Through Beekeeping
SUA research on sustainable beekeeping practices has empowered over 500 smallholder farmers in rural Tanzania, increasing their incomes by 40% while promoting biodiversity conservation.
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Sokoine University of Agriculture
Research & Impacts
Showcasing SUA’s commitment to innovative research that addresses global challenges in agriculture, environment, and sustainable development.
350+
Active Research Projects
120+
Research Publications Annually
45
International Partnerships
18
Research Centers
Featured Research Projects
Cutting-edge research initiatives addressing critical challenges in agriculture and environmental sustainability
Climate-Smart Agriculture
Developing Drought-Resistant Crop Varieties
This project focuses on breeding and genetic modification of staple crops to enhance their resilience to climate change-induced drought conditions.
Water Resources
Sustainable Irrigation Systems for Smallholder Farmers
Research on affordable and efficient irrigation technologies that optimize water use while increasing crop yields for small-scale farmers.
Agroecology
Integrated Pest Management for Sustainable Agriculture
Developing biological control methods and ecological approaches to reduce pesticide use while maintaining crop productivity.
Recent Publications & Reports
Access the latest research findings, reports, and academic publications from SUA researchers
Featured Publications
Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Tanzanian Agriculture
Comprehensive analysis of climate resilience practices and their implementation challenges in smallholder farming systems.
Economic Impact of Sustainable Farming Practices in East Africa
Longitudinal study examining the financial benefits of conservation agriculture and agroecological methods.
Biodiversity Conservation in Agricultural Landscapes
Research on maintaining ecosystem services while increasing agricultural productivity through landscape approaches.
Partnerships & Collaborations
SUA collaborates with leading institutions worldwide to advance agricultural research and innovation
World Bank
Funding for agricultural development projects
FAO
Food security and sustainable agriculture initiatives
Wageningen University
Joint research on climate-resilient crops
CGIAR
Agricultural research for development
University of Nairobi
Regional collaboration on food systems
AGRA
Transforming African agriculture
Research Impact Stories
Real-world examples of how SUA research is making a difference in communities and ecosystems
Water Harvesting Revolution in Semi-Arid Areas
Implementation of SUA-developed rainwater harvesting techniques has enabled year-round crop production in drought-prone regions, improving food security for 15,000 households.
Boosting Nutrition with Indigenous Vegetables
SUA’s research on nutrient-rich indigenous vegetables has led to their commercial cultivation, addressing malnutrition while creating new market opportunities for farmers.
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