Dkt Fadhili Guni
Dkt Fadhili Guni
Mkurugenzi wa Kanda ya Kusini
Barua pepe: fadhili.guni@taliri.go.tz
Simu: +255713432102
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CURRICULUM VITAE
DR FADHILI SAID GUNI
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI) – Southern Zone,
P.O. Box 1425, Naliendele, Mtwara, Tanzania.
Mobile phone: +255 713 432 102; +255 768 510 774
E-mail: fadhili.guni@taliri.go.tz
fadhili.guni@yahoo.com
CARRIER PROFILE
Fadhili Said Guni is a Senior Research Officer at the Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI). He holds a PhD in Animal Science, an MSc in Tropical Animal Production, and a BSc in Animal Science from Sokoine University of Agriculture.
Fadhili started his career as a Research Officer with the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries Development in 2008. Early in his career, he was involved in a significant research project funded by the Zonal Agricultural and Livestock Development Funds (ZARDEF), focusing on the identification and improvement of indigenous chicken ecotypes in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. His work in this area laid the foundation for his continued dedication to poultry research, particularly in the identification, characterization, improvement, and conservation of local chicken breeds.
Fadhili, also served as the Zonal Coordinator for the African Chicken Genetic Gains (ACGG) project in the Southern Highlands Zone. This program aimed to access, test, adapt, and foster public-private partnerships to multiply and disseminate well-adapted, low-input chickens to boost productivity in sub-Saharan Africa. Within this project, he conducted a research project on comparative performance of two improved chicken breeds reared under different agro-ecologies and management systems in Tanzania. This research, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), aimed to evaluate the performance of these breeds under various conditions to establish their suitability and recommend the most appropriate breed for specific environments.
Throughout his career, Fadhili has enhanced his expertise by attending numerous short courses within and outside the country. He has made significant contributions to the scientific community through his publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences. Currently, Fadhili is the Zonal Director for TALIRI Southern Zone, where he continues to lead and contribute to the advancement of livestock research and development.
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
PhD in Animal Science
Sokoine University of Agriculture (2017 - 2021)
MSc in Tropical Animal Production
Sokoine University of Agriculture (2011 - 2013)
BSc in Animal Science
Sokoine University of Agriculture (2002 - 2005)
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Zonal Director: TALIRI Southern Zone, Naliendele Mtwara. 2023 - Present
Head of Non-Ruminant Department, TALIRI – Uyole, Mbeya. 2021 - 2023
Head of Farm Management Department, TALIRI Uyole, Mbeya. 2014 - 2017
Head of Poultry Research Programme, TALIRI – Uyole, Mbeya. 2008 - 2011
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS:
1. Mahmoud, A. M., Guni, F. S. and Nguluma, A. S. (2023). Effects of Substituting Sunflower Seed Cake with Copra Cake on Growth Performance and Economic Value of Broiler. Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 6(3), 337-350. Retrieved from https://journalajravs.com/index.php/AJRAVS/article/view/260
2. Masola, S. N., Bakengesa, I. S., Chang’a, E. P. and Guni, F. S. (2023). A Review on Brucellosis in Tanzania: Prevalence in Livestock, Wildlife, and Humans from 1962-2021, Public Awareness and Knowledge on the Disease, and the Way Forward towards Disease Control. European Journal of Veterinary Medicine, 3(4), 6–13. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejfood.2023.5.1.629
3. Maruchu, U., Chang’a, E., Mpemba, C., Mwaipopo, L., Masola, S., Guni, F., Kabululu, M., Mdetele, D., Makungu, S., & Komba, E. (2023). Knowledge, attitudes and practices on bovine brucellosis among smallholder livestock keepers in Rungwe district, Tanzania. Applied Veterinary Research, https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/avr/article/view/399
4. Guni, F. S., Mbaga, S. H. and Katule, A. M. (2023). Study on Carcass Characteristics of Two Improved Chicken Breeds Reared Under Intensive Management System in Tanzania. Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 6(3), 224-230. https://journalajravs.com/index.php/AJRAVS/article/view/249
5. Ngogo, G. E., Guni, F. S. and Nguluma, A. S. (2023). Management Systems and Productivity of Indigenous Chickens in Busokelo District, Mbeya Region, Tanzania. European Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, 5(1), 73–79. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejfood.2023.5.1.629
6. Guni, F.S., Mbaga, S.H., Katule, A.M. and Goromela, E.H. (2021) Effects of breed and management system on egg quality traits of two improved dual-purposes chicken breeds. Livestock Research for Rural Development. Volume 33, Article #141 http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd33/12/33141fadhi.html
7. Guni, F.S., Mbaga, S.H., Katule, A.M. and Goromela, E.H. (2021). Performance evaluation of Kuroiler and Sasso chicken breeds reared under farmer management conditions in highland and lowland areas of Mvomero district, Eastern Tanzania. Tropical Animal Health and Production 53: 245. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11250-021-02693-4
8. Guni, F. S., Mbaga, S. H. and Katule, A. M. (2021). Performance Evaluation of Kuroiler and Sasso Chicken Breeds Reared under On-farm and On-station Management Conditions in Tanzania. European Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences 3(2): 53-59. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejfood.2021.3.2.254
9. Guni, F. S. and Katule, A. M. (2013). Characterization of local chickens in selected districts of the Southern Highlands of Tanzania: I. Qualitative characters; Livestock Research for Rural Development. Volume 25, Article #153 http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd25/9/guni25153.htm
10. Guni, F. S., Katule, A. M. and Mwakilembe, P.A.A. (2013). Characterization of local chickens in selected districts of the Southern Highlands of Tanzania: II. Production and Morphometric Traits; Livestock Research for Rural Development. Volume 25, Article #190.http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd25/11/guni25190.htm
11. Guni F.S., Kimbi E.C., Mwakilembe P.A.A., Kallomo, J and Mwaipopo, L (2013). Identification, characterization and performance evaluation of indigenous chicken ecotypes in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. A Research Project Funded by ZARDEF (Zonal Agricultural Research Development Fund) (2009-2012) In: Proceedings of Collaborative Research Workshop Organized by Southern Highlands Zonal Agricultural and Development Fund (ZARDEF), Volume 1, ARI-Uyole, June 2013.
12. Guni, F.S., Mwakilembe., P.A.A, and Mwambene P.L (2009). Improvement of Productivity of Indigenous Chicken Ecotypes through Identification, Selection and Strain Development in the Southern Highlands Zone of Tanzania. A paper presented at the Zonal meeting for Veterinary and Livestock Officers – Southern Highlands Zone, held in Mbeya from 10th-12th June 2009 the Southern Highlands Zone.
SELECTED SHORT COURSES ATTENDED:
1. Training course on “Animal Identification and Data Recording System, Genetic Evaluation and Breeding programs” on 19th – 24th Feb, 2023, Nairobi, Kenya.
2. Training on “Animal Breeding, Genome Technologies, Mathematical Modeling and Data in Agriculture” on 22nd – 28th May, 2022, Arusha, Tanzania.
3. The “Research Management and Administration Practices for Research Managers” on 25th – 28th October, 2021 held at TARI Kibaha, organized by Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH).
4. The advanced course on “Statistical Analysis ” on 12th - 16th June 2017 held at ILRI Campus, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
5. Training course on “Community Mobilization and Facilitation” on 29th March – 1st April, 2017, Dar –es- Salaam, Tanzania.
6. The Advanced course on “Fundamentals of Data Analysis and Mixed Linear Models in Animal Breeding” on February 29th - March 4th 2016 held at ILRI Campus, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
7. The advanced course on “Design and implementation of breeding programs for smallholder poultry farmers” on 27th September – 2nd October, 2015 held at ILRI Campus, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
8. The “Multi-stakeholder Facilitation Processes – Principles and Practice, Community Mobilization and Principles and Application of Farmer Research Networks” on 9th - 12th June 2015 held at Nexus Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
RESEARCH PROJECT AND COORDINATION EXPERIENCE:
- Principal Investigator: Identification, characterization and performance evaluation of indigenous chicken ecotypes in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. 2009 – 2012. The research project aimed at identifying indigenous chickens with unique characteristics for egg and meat production from different agro ecological zones. This research was funded by Zonal Agricultural Research Development Fund (ZARDEF).
- Poultry Breeding Program Coordinator - TALIRI Southern Highland Zone. 2014 – 2017. The Poultry Breeding Program aimed to improve poultry genetic potential in terms of meat and egg production in the zone by:
- Increasing production and product quality of meat and eggs.
- Enhancing productivity and cost efficiency.
- Maintaining genetic diversity.
- Supporting the conservation and utilization of specific breeds.
- Considering animal welfare and sustainable systems.
3. Zonal Coordinator - The African Chicken Genetic Gains Project, Southern Highland Zone, Tanzania. 2015 – 2019. The program aimed to facilitate the access, testing, adaptation, and promotion of well-adapted, low-input chicken breeds through public-private partnerships for increasing smallholder chicken production and productivity growth as a pathway out of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. The project was funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and implemented by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI). Specific roles of Zonal coordinator were:
- Recruit enumerators in the zone.
- Plan and supervise the execution of the baseline survey in the zone.
- Provide logistical and administrative support to training and data collection teams.
- Facilitate the deployment of field teams (Supervisors and enumerators) to their respective work areas after training.
- Establish an efficient communication, supervision, and reporting channel for the teams.
4. Team member: Participated in the survey and blood sample collection of the research titled Genetic diversity of 10 indigenous chicken ecotypes from Southern Highlands of Tanzania based on Major Histocompatibility Complex-linked microsatellite LEI0258 marker typing. The study was supported by the BecA-ILRI Hub through the Africa Biosciences Challenge Fund (ABCF) program in 2016.
5. Team Member: Baseline survey for the Tanzania Inclusive Processor-Producer Partnerships in Dairy Project (TI3P in Rungwe and Njombe districts, Southern Highlands of Tanzania in 2022. The TI3P is a three-year dairy development project funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and implemented by the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank Limited (TADB) in collaboration with various partners to increase small-scale dairy farmer incomes.
- To determine the effects of agro-ecological zones on growth performance, egg production and survival traits of Kuroiler and Sasso chickens.
- To determine the effects of management systems on growth performance, egg production and survival traits of Kuroiler and Sasso chickens
- To evaluate the effects of management system on external and internal egg quality traits of Kuroiler and Sasso chickens.
- To evaluate the effects of breed on carcass and parts yields of Kuroiler and Sasso chickens.
7. Team Leader: Dumisha Amani for Sustainable Development 2023-2024. Led the Poultry Farming project sponsored by UNDP and coordinated by Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Tanzania. The project aimed to promote sustainable poultry farming practices in the Southern Zone, Tanzania. TALIRI Southern Zone supervised project aspects including the construction of poultry houses, provision of poultry management training, and distribution of poultry stock to beneficiary groups.