UN Food Systems Envoy Urges Immediate Action on Climate Change to Address Growing Food Insecurity Crisis
In the face of global climate inaction, the United Nations Food Systems Envoy, Dr Agnes Kalibata, has spoken out on the urgent need for immediate...
The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT): Successes, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Juma Msafiri Abstract The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative was launched in 2010 to transform Tanzania’s agricultural sector into a sustainable, commercially...
President Samia Suluhu Hassan Launches Large-Scale Farming Program for Youth and Warns Against Misuse of Agriculture Funds
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has said that the government will fulfil its promise to enable young people to engage in commercial farming through the large-scale...
IRRI Africa Quality Seed Training is a step in the right direction
It is necessary to accelerate efforts to train farmers and equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to produce quality seeds The value of...
Enriching seed systems: IRRI-Africa collaborates with partners to enhance rice seed production in Tanzania
Moshi, Kilimanjaro, 28th February – 02 March 2023 The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) Tanzania office successfully completed three-day quality seed production training to accelerate...
Tanzania President launches Africa’s Food System Forum 2023, calls for inclusion of youth and women as critical drivers of Africa’s food systems agenda
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 17th March 2023 – Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, has today officially launched Africa’s Food...
Tanzania aims to become a major player in the global cassava market
Tanzania launched its National Cassava Development Strategy (NCDS) 2020-2030, a comprehensive plan to increase cassava production, improve the cassava value chain, and enhance food security....
Tanzania: NATIONAL CASSAVA DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (NCDS) 2020 – 2030
THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE NATIONAL CASSAVA DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (NCDS) 2020 – 2030 THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE NATIONAL...
Tanzania President Launches Africa’s Food System Forum 2023, Calls for Inclusion of Youth and Women as Critical Drivers of Africa’s Food Systems Agenda
Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, has launched Africa’s Food System Forum 2023, the premier platform for advancing the agriculture...
AGRA Board Chair Urges Tanzania to Enhance Local Seed Production Capacity
Strengthening local private sector companies in seed production, fostering public-private partnerships, and increasing the use of improved seed varieties are critical steps towards achieving food...