The Role of Land Demarcation in Addressing Conflicts Management between Farmers and Pastoralists for Sustainable Agriculture in Kiteto District, Tanzania.

Abstract

Purpose: The research evaluated land parcels use to resolve conflicts between farmers and nomadic cattle keepers in Kiteto district located in Manyara region of northern Tanzania, in the pursuit of sustainable agriculture. In particular, their contribution to facilitating the dispute resolution process between the two groups was investigated. Design and Research Methodology: A single point in time survey design was used, with 80 respondents randomly selected from the Kiteto district. Questionnaires, interviews, and documentary reviews were the methods of data collection, and a binomial logistic regression model was used in examine roles of land boundaries in resolving struggles between growers and nomads within districts. Findings: Results of the study showed that, Land gazetting, grazing land plotting, availability market and cattle security were positively and significant related with the land demarcation. Research Limitation/Implications: Conflict between farmers and pastoralist in Tanzania exist in many regions ranging from the central zones to the southern zones, therefore dealing only with one district out of many districts in Tanzania limits its coverage and generalization. Practical Implication: The information and skills obtained from this research is resourceful to all government, pastoralists and farmers. Social Implication: Land demarcation strategies presented from this study will be resourceful to policy maker and government in dealing with conflict resolutions management among farmers and pastoralists which has been the common phenomenon in the developing countries including Tanzania. Moreover, establishment and construction dams and other social services in the demarcated areas will help the pastoralist from retaining their animal and reduces the chance of moving a long distance looking for pastures and water. Originality/Value: Use of field data and nature of respondents carries the originality and value of this study.