Associate Professor at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
🌱🍲Dr. Joseph Philip HELLA, a Tanzanian national, was born in Mahenge – Morogoro, Tanzania. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics and Natural Resource Management from the University of Gent (Belgium), awarded in December 2002. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned an M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from Sokoine University (Tanzania) in August 1992 and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Rural Economy in November 1987.Prof. HELLA has been associated with Sokoine University of Agriculture since October 1994, where he currently serves as an Associate Professor in Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness. His academic responsibilities include teaching Agribusiness project planning, Farm Management and Accounts, Research Methods, and Natural Resource Economics to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.📘
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🎓 Academic Qualifications:
- PhD: University of Gent (Belgium) – Dec. 2002 (Agricultural Econ & Natural Resource)
- MSc: Sokoine University (Tanzania) – Aug. 1992 (Agricultural Economics – Marketing)
- B.Sc: Sokoine University (Tanzania) – Nov 1987 (Agric. – Rural Economy.)
- Diploma: MATI Mlingano (Tanzania & Holland) – June 1982 (Farm Management)
👨🏫 Current Post at Sokoine University of Agriculture:
Academic: Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness. Non-Academic Roles: Member Editorial Board – Eastern and Southern Africa Journal of Agricultural Economics & Development. Chairperson – Research and Publication Committee of the School of Agricultural Economics and Business Studies (SAEB)
📚 Teaching Experience:
Farm Management Economics, Agriculture Education, Extension, and more. Specialization in Agribusiness Project Planning, Farm Management, and Accounts. Teaching at Sokoine University since Nov 1994.
🔬 Research Experience:
Diverse research projects, including cowpea improvement, sustainable agriculture, and climate-smart practices. External Examiner for various universities.
👨💼 Employment Record:
Ministry of Agriculture (1982-1984). Tanganyika Wattle Company (1988-1992). Tanzania Nutfields Limited (1992-1993). Institute of Rural Development and Planning (1993-1994). Sokoine University of Agriculture (1994 – Present)
🌱 Consultancy Experience:
Mid Term Review for Climate Resilient Agribusiness for Tomorrow (CRAFT) project (2022). Cost-Benefit Analysis of Irrigation for High-Value Crops at Farm For the Future (FFF) Tanzania Ltd (2020). Rapid mapping of access berries to marketing value chain for Consumption of Resilient Orphan Crop Products for Healthier Diets (CROPS4HD) (2021). Social Economic and Market Analysis in selected districts in Tanzania (2018-19). Rapid market assessment of cashewnut crop along the value chain in Tanzania (2019). Feasibility And Action Planning For QDS Support Systems In Tanzania (TOAM Dar es Salaam, Tanzania). Review of FAO activities in Tanzania focusing on Climate change and environment (2016)
🌱 Research & Supervision:
Current projects include cowpea improvement, access to seeds, sustainable agriculture, and more. Supervision of numerous MSc and PhD students in various agricultural and economic topics. This curriculum vitae showcases a rich academic and professional journey, blending teaching, research, and consultancy seamlessly. Dr. Hella’s contributions span various fields, from sustainable agriculture to climate resilience, making a significant impact in Tanzania and beyond.
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