Sunflower sub-sector represents one of the key sectors of the agriculture industry in Tanzania and is the most important vegetable oil with high value and on international markets. However, Current oil seed productivity is below the inter- nationally reported yields and below the achievable potential for the crops. Tanzania imports 60 percent of edible oil […]
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Adoption of Maize Production Technologies in the Lake Zone of Tanzania
This study of the adoption of maize production technologies in the Lake Zone of Tanzania forms part of a larger study to evaluate the impact of maize research and extension throughout Tanzania over the past 20 years. Using a structured questionnaire, researchers and extension officers interviewed farmers in June-November 1995. Survey data were classified by […]
The Analysis of Pro-poor Growth Opportunities in National and Regional Markets for Sunflower Oil and Maize
Consumer behaviour and preferences are some of the most important issues directly affecting value chains. What happens at the end of the chain has a direct impact on the whole ecosystem. Understanding key consumer demand drivers are important because of the substantial economic impact they have on the industry. The purpose of this study was […]
Towards a flexible plant breeders’ rights system in Kenya
This PhD dissertation (PDF) of Peter G. Munyi from Wageningen University and Research is a study of the relationship between plant breeders’ rights on the one hand and access to seed and planting material for smallholder farmers in Kenya on the other hand. Access to seeds invariably affects food availability and security and ultimately, the right to […]
