Browsing by Author "Lwelamira, James"
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Association of LEI0258 microsatellite alleles with antibody response against newcastle disease virus vaccine and body weight in two Tanzania chicken ecotypes
(http://www.academicjournals.org/, 2008-03-18)A study was carried out to evaluate the prospects of using marker assisted selection (MAS) in improving primary antibody response against Newcastle disease virus (NDV) vaccine and body weight in two Tanzania chicken ... -
Contribution of small scale dairy farming under zero-grazing in improving household welfare in Kayanga ward, Karagwe District, Tanzania
(IRDP, 2008-05-05)Abstract This study was carried in Kayanga ward, Karagwe district in Tanzania with the aim of evaluating contribution of small scale dairy farming in improving household welfare. The specific objectives of the study were; ... -
Desired-gain selection indices for improving performance of two Tanzania local chicken ecotypes under intensive management
(Maxwell Scientific Organization, 2010-01-18)A study was carried out to evaluate various desired-gain selection indices (Yamada index) in improving performance of two chicken ecotypes of Tanzania viz. Kuchi and Tanzania Medium (Medium). The indices for Kuchi ecotype ... -
Effect of Technical Interventions on Chicken Productivity and Household Welfare in Selected Villages of Bariadi district, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: This study was carried out in three selected villages of Bariadi District, Tanzania in June 2012 to evaluate the effect of technical interventions on chicken productivity and household wellbeing. The study involved ... -
Knowledge on HIV/AIDS, Prevalence of Sexual Activities and Condom use Among Students in Higher Learning Institutions in Dodoma Municipality, Tanzania. A case of Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP)
(Rural Planning Journal, 2017-06)ABSTRACT: HIV/AIDS is among the major health challenges facing the world, specifically in Sub-Saharan African countries. Youth are the most affected group, with most of new infections occurring among youths. Students in ... -
On station and on-farm evaluation of two Tanzania chicken ecotypes for body weights at different ages and for egg production
(http://www.academicjournals.org/, 2008-12)A study was carried out to evaluate genetic potential of two chicken ecotypes of Tanzania viz. Kuchi and Medium managed both under intensive and extensive management systems. Traits studied under intensive conditions ... -
Prevalence and Correlates of Pre-Marital Fertility (Childbearing) among Unmarried Female Youths in Chamwino District in Central Tanzani
(Maxwell Scientific Organization, 2012-03-20)Abstract: Fertility/childbearing among non-married female youths has been associated with several social problems to a female youth, as well as both social and health problems to a child (newborn). This study was carried ... -
Prevalence and Determinants of Risky Sexual Behaviour among Youth in Chamwino District, Central Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: Sexually Transmitted Infections including HIV/AIDS are among the major sexual and reproductive health problems facing Tanzania. This study was carried in Chamwino District in Central Tanzania to determine prevalence ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Child Malnutrition in Nzega District, Rural Tanzania
(IRDP, 2008-09)Abstract: Children younger than five years are the most vulnerable to diseases and malnutrition. A cross-sectional study was undertaken in rural areas of Nzega district in Tanzania to assess the prevalence and factors ... -
Sexual Behaviours among Adolescents in Community Secondary Schools in Rural Areas of Central Tanzania:
(Maxwell Scientific Organization, 2011-07-30)Abstract: This study was carried out in the study area between July to August, 2010 with the aim of determining sexual behaviours among adolescents enrolled to community secondary schools. Quantitative data for the study ... -
Technical Efficiency in Grape Farming among Smallholder Farmers in Dodoma Urban District, Central Tanzan
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-12)Abstract: This study was carried out in Dodoma urban district with the aim of estimating Cobb- Douglas Stochastic Frontier Production Function for grape production among smallholder farmers; identifying the production ... -
Women participation in Microcredit Services and its Effect on Business Improvement, Household Welfare and Women Empowerment in Babati, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: This study was conducted in Babati Town with the aim of assessing the contribution of microcredit services to business growth, household welfare and women empowerment. Specific objectives of the study were to: ...