Dr. Esther Nyaradzo Masvaya
Executive Director
Climate Change and Food Security Institute ×
Dr. Esther Nyaradzo Masvaya
Contact(s)
- Email: enmasvaya@muast.ac.zw
Qualifications
- PhD Farming Systems Agronomy – Wageningen University, The Netherlands (2019)
- MSc Soil and Environmental Management – University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe (2007)
- BSc Honours in Agriculture (Soil Science) – University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe (2005)
Research interests
Systems agronomy, climate smart agriculture, sustainable agriculture, soil fertility management, systems modelling and environmental management.
Selected Publications
- T. Tauro, G. Kanonge-Mafaune, H. Nezomba, E. Masvaya, J. Nyamangara. 2024. The Value of Manure and Phosphorus Application to Unlock Immobilized Microbial Phosphorus for Sustainable Intensification of Maize in Zimbabwe. Growing Africa 3(1), 28-31. https://doi.org/10.55693/ga31.KNGD6756
- J. J. Kodzwa, G. Madamombe, E. N. Masvaya, J. Nyamangara. 2023. Optimization of African indigenous vegetables production in sub Saharan Africa: a review. 2023. CABI Agriculture and Bioscience (184). DOI: 10.1186/s43170-023-00184-0.
- Mupangwa, W., Chipindu, L., Ncube, B., Mkuhlani, S., Nhantumbo, N., Masvaya, E., Ngwira, A., Moeletsi, M., Nyagumbo, I., Liben and F. 2023. Temporal Changes in Minimum and Maximum Temperatures at Selected Locations of Southern Africa. Climate 11/2023; 4:84., DOI:10.3390/cli11040084
- Nyamangara, J., Kodzwa, J., Masvaya, E.N. and G. Soropa, G. 2020. Chapter 5 - The role of synthetic fertilizers in enhancing ecosystem services in crop production systems in developing countries. In: Rusinamhodzi, L. (Ed.), The Role of Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Food Systems. Academic Press, pp. 95-117.
- Masvaya, E. N., Nyamangara, J., Giller, K. E. and Descheemaeker, K. 2018. Risk management options in maize cropping systems in semi-arid areas of Southern Africa. Field Crops Research 11/2018; 228:110-121., DOI:10.1016/j.fcr.2018.09.002
- Masvaya, E. N., Nyamangara, J., Descheemaeker, K. and Giller, K. E. 2017. Is maize-cowpea intercropping a viable option for smallholder farms in the risky environments of semi-arid southern Africa? Field Crops Research 08/2017; 209:73-87., DOI:10.1016/j.fcr.2017.04.016
- Masvaya, E. N., Nyamangara, J., Descheemaeker, K. and Giller, K. E. 2017. Tillage, mulch and fertiliser impacts on soil nitrogen availability and maize production in semi-arid Zimbabwe. Soil and Tillage Research 05/2017; 168:125-132., DOI:10.1016/j.still.2016.12.007
- Mupangwa, W., Walker, S., Masvaya, E., Magombeyi, M. and Munguambe, P. 2016. Rainfall risk and the potential of reduced tillage systems to conserve soil water in semi-arid cropping systems of southern Africa. 03/2016; 1(1)., DOI:10.3934/agrfood.2016.1.85
- Nyamangara, J., Marondedze, A., Masvaya, E. N., Mawodza, T., Nyawasha, R., Nyengerai, K., Tirivavi, R., Nyamugafata, P. and Wuta, M. 2014. Influence of basin-based conservation agriculture on selected soil quality parameters under smallholder farming in Zimbabwe. Soil Use and Management 10/2014; 30(4)., DOI:10.1111/sum.12149
- Nyamangara, J., Nyengerai, K., Masvaya, E. N., Tirivavi, R., Mashingaidze, N., Mupangwa, W., Dimes, J. and Hove, L. 2013. Effect of conservation agriculture on maize yield in the semi-arid areas of Zimbabwe. 2013. Experimental Agriculture 04/2013; 50(2)., DOI:10.1017/S0014479713000562
Overview
The Climate Change and Food Security Institute is an interdisciplinary academic institute at MUAST established to address key, international challenges - in this case, the food security in the face of climate change. Climate change will affect food security through its impacts on all components of global, national and local food systems. Climate change will affect the four dimensions of food security defined as “availability” of enough and quality food, “access” to nutritious and adequate food by individuals, “utilisation” of food to meet all socio-physiological needs and “stability” of availability, accessibility, and utilization of food.
The CCFSI fosters learning and discovery through excellence in basic and applied research, education and service that addresses local and global needs, and contributes research- based knowledge to make a difference in people's lives. The Institute works with MUAST Faculties, Academic Directorates and partners to discover, develop and deliver innovative solutions to achieve food security. CCFSI investigations inform predictions for future climate change-based food security upon an understanding of the full dynamic range of the natural climate system and the evolving dramatic influence of human activity.
Our Vision
To be a leading institute in the development of climate resilient, transformative, and sustainable, participatory research-based solutions that enhance nutrition, health, livelihoods, and the environment through improved food systems.
Function
Contribute to the overall richness and variety of the mission of MUAST by:
- Conducting cutting-edge, forward-looking research.
- Providing service to individuals and the community through technical backstopping and participatory research.
- Participate in the education of graduate students, fellows, and others.
- Fostering educational opportunities for students.
- Resource mobilisation.
WhatsApp Channel