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Evaluation of acute toxicity and sub-acute toxicity of the methanolic extract of Aloe rabaiensis Rendle in BALB/c mice
(Academic Journals, 2019-07-10)
This study was undertaken to evaluate preclinical acute and sub-acute toxicity of Aloe rabaiensis leaf methanolic extract (ARLME) on BALB/c mice following OECD guidelines 423 and 407, respectively. In an acute oral toxicity ...
Alectra vogelii, a Threat to Bambara Groundnut Production in Singida and Dodoma Regions, Tanzania
(Advances in Research, 2016-07-07)
Aims: To document the occurrence and effect of Alectra vogelii on bambara groundnut yield in Tanzania.
Place and Duration of Study: Singida and Dodoma regions, Tanzania between 4th to 20th April 2014.
Methodology: ...
The implication of kernel phenology in convening resistance to storage weevil and varietal development in sorghum
(Elsevier Ltd., 2019-09-01)
Storage weevil is a major biotic insect pest attacking sorghum during late harvest or in storage condition. In developing countries, the infestation can be up to 83% within first six months, and may cause grain loss of ...
Molecular characterization of Morogoro maize-associated virus, a nucleorhabdovirus detected in maize (Zea mays) in Tanzania
(Springer Nature, 2019-03-21)
RNAtag-seq of maize samples collected in Tanzania revealed the presence of a previously undescribed nucleorhabdovirus, tentatively named “Morogoro maize-associated virus” (MMaV), in three samples. The MMaV genome is ...
Potential of legume diversification in soil fertility management and food security for resource poor farmers in Sub-Saharan AfricaPotential of legume diversification in soil fertility management and food security for resource poor farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa
(INNSPUB, 2017-12-30)
Declines in soil fertility and its effect on crop production is a major problem in sub Saharan Africa. It is a
major factor limiting crop production and consequently food security in agrarian communities. The causes
of ...
Integrating storage structures and store time in maize grains postharvest losses evaluation in Northern Zone of Tanzania
(INNSPUB, 2019-06-16)
Maize is the most important cereal crop in Tanzania, thus its postharvest losses are a big threat to food security.
This study integrated maize store-time with five storage methods namely Perdue Improved Cowpeas Storage
bags ...
The potential of anthill soils in agriculture production in Africa: A review
(International Journal of Biosciences, 2017-11-30)
In this review, we have attempted to highlight the critical role which anthills could play in sustainable agriculture
practices as a locally available resource for the benefit of financially and soil fertility challenged ...