Maasai Land Practices: Farmer Participation and Soil Health Improvement in Sustainable Agriculture, Northern Tanzania

The Maasai community in northern Tanzania practices sustainable agriculture to maintain soil health despite limited resources and challenges. An ethnographic study involving semi-structured interviews with Maasai farmers and analysis of field data from sustainable agriculture projects conducted between and . Maasai farmers have shown significant interest in soil health improvement, engaging in practices such as composting and rotational grazing. Soil organic matter increased by an average of 5% across the region over ten years. Farmer participation is crucial for sustainable agriculture development in Maasai land, with specific focus on improving soil health through community-led initiatives. Promote farmer training programmes and encourage government support to sustain and expand these practices.