Abstract:
Globally, sustainable farming practices are essential for reducing the
consequences of climate change and preserve the long-term sustainability of food
production systems. Although studies have indicated that Tanzanian agricultural
cooperatives may and should support climate change adaptation and mitigation
strategies, the information on the impact of green training practices on sustainable
farming practices is still scant. It is against this backdrop that the present study was
carried out to assess the effectiveness of green training practices in fostering
sustainable farming practices in agricultural co-operatives in Tanzania. By utilizing
the Ability Motivation Opportunity theory, the study employed systematic review of
literature by multiple reviewers whereby the International Bibliography of the Social
Sciences, EBSOhost, SCOUPS, Google Scholar, DOAJ and Web of Science were
searched focusing on titles and abstracts published from January 2015 to December
2025, supported with gray literature review and the field expert inputs. Further, only
articles without language or publication date restriction were consulted and search
terms included green training, co-operatives, agricultural cooperatives, sustainable
farming practices and climate friendly agriculture. None the less, the Preferred
Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyzes (PRISMA) flow diagram
was used to summarize and record the articles found relevant for the study. The
search identified 110 studies on green training practices in sustainable agricultural
co-operatives, with 43 meeting inclusion criteria. All studies provided relevant
information addressing the research objective. Thus, the systematic review found that
different green strategies, green skills and knowledge can promote sustainable
farming practices in agricultural co-operatives, hence improving soil health, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting eco-friendly methods. The study concluded
that green training in Tanzanian agricultural cooperatives can foster commitment to
sustainable agricultural practices, recommending strengthening green training
programs and integrating green practices into cooperative by-laws as the best ways to
promote sustainable agricultural practices in Tanzania.
