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Month: September 2020

Research key to agricultural transformation in Tanzania- Dr Joseph Ndunguru

September 24, 2020
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*with research science-based precision agriculture for increased crop productivity Research activities will continue to play a key role in agricultural transformation into science-based precision agriculture for increased crop productivity, in the drive to ensure the sustainable supply of raw material for growing Tanzania’s industrial economy, according to the Director of Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) Selian, Dr Joseph Ndunguru….

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Hon Kenani Kihongosi: Quality seeds have contributed to increased internal and external agribusiness

September 23, 2020
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On his side, Arusha District Commissioner (DC), Hon Kenani Kihongo, when he flagged off the annual seeds forum, noted that the favourable food security situation in Tanzania is a result of the commendable work done by agriculture stakeholders which has also led to increased internal and external agribusiness. Production and availability of quality seeds have led to food security…

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Prof. Nuhu Hatibu: higher uptake of science and technology in agriculture leads to more revenue generation

September 23, 2020
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Tanzania has made big progress in adopting science and technology in the transformation of the agriculture sector. This has translated to enhanced food security and higher incomes for multiple stakeholders along the agricultural value chain, according to Prof. Nuhu Hatibu, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Regional Head, East Africa. Prof. Nuhu made the remarks while addressing…

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The Fusion of Fashion and Agriculture: A Path to Sustainability and Identity

September 18, 2020
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In Tanzania, a country where agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, fashion is not often the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, the intersection of fashion and agriculture presents a unique opportunity to redefine sustainability, cultural identity, and economic development. This opinion By Lucy Sebastian for KilimoKwanza.org explores the untapped potential of integrating fashion with Tanzania’s agricultural…

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KENYA LAUNCHES A DIGITAL TOOL TO PROMOTE USE OF FERTILISER

September 11, 2020
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By Edwin Githinji E-mail: eddy.githinji022@gmail.com Kenya’s farmers will now have easy access to critical information on the current fertilizer trends, following the launch of a digital tool by the government of Kenya through the ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries. Visualizing Insights on Fertiliser for Africa Agriculture (VIFAA) dashboard aims at improving food productivity by guiding farmers on the…

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Katibu Mkuu ataka weledi na uadilifu watumishi Kilimo

September 1, 2020
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Morogoro Watumishi wa Wizara ya Kilimo wametakiwa kufanya kazi kwa uadilifu na kuzingatia maadili ya utumishi wa umma ili kuongeza tija katika kuwahudumia wananchi. Wito huo umetolewa leo mjini Morogoro na Katibu Mkuu Wizara ya Kilimo, Gerald Kusaya wakati alipofungua mafunzo ya siku nne kwa wakuu wa taasisi, bodi na wakala chini ya wizara kuhusu kamati za kudhibiti uadilifu….

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