Effects of Management Support Towards Green Recycling Adoption among Slaughterhouse Processing Industry in Dodoma City, Tanzania

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effects of management support towards green recycling adoption among the slaughterhouse processing industry in Dodoma city. The study employed a cross-sectional design using interviews, questionnaires, Observation, and documentary reviews. Data was collected from 78 respondents in three slaughterhouses namely; Kizota, Veta, and Msalato. The study used non-probability sampling techniques specifically purposively sampling as it involved key respondents who were animal owners and workers of slaughterhouses. The data were analysed using binary logistic regression and descriptive analysis. Results revealed that, recycling facilities variable had an odds ratio (OR) of 3.5304 (p=0.009) suggests that animal owners with access to recycling facilities are approximately 3.5304 times more likely to adopt these practices compared to those without access. On the other hand, training variable had an odds ratio (OR) of 2.2958 (p=0.006) suggests that animal owners with training are approximately 2.2958 times more likely to adopt these practices compared to those without training. Furthermore, financial resources had an odds ratio (OR) of 3.1960 (p=0.001) indicates that animal owners with financial resources are approximately 3.1960 times more likely to adopt these practices compared to those without financial resources. The study recommends allocation of infrastructure facilities, financial resources, incentives, training and promote market development to support the implementation of green recycling initiatives in slaughterhouses industry in Dodoma city and all over Tanzania. The rationale for this study was rooted in the urgent need to mitigate the environmental impacts of slaughterhouse waste and to promote sustainability within the industry.