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Month: June 2023

Exciting Times Ahead for Barley Farmers in Tanzania as Kilimanjaro Malting Plant Prepares to Launch Operations

June 21, 2023
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Dodoma, Tanzania – In a momentous announcement that has sent ripples of excitement through the agricultural community, Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe, revealed that the long-awaited Kilimanjaro Malting Plant, nestled in the picturesque Kilimanjaro region, is poised to commence operations. This groundbreaking development is poised to bring substantial benefits to barley farmers nationwide and revolutionize the agricultural landscape….

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Dr. Semira M. Beyana: Pioneering a Panacea for Sustainable Soybean Farming in East Africa and Beyond

June 21, 2023
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Dr. Semira M. Beyana, a distinguished scientist and emerging leader, sometimes back spearheaded a transformative study that has the potential to revolutionize soybean production in Ethiopia. Collaborating with researchers SJ Jashwal, E Wolde-Meskel, and FD Dakora, Dr. Semira led a team in the study titled “Physiological and Molecular Characterization of Bradyrhizobial Isolates, Nodulating Soybean in Ethiopia.” Through rigorous experimentation…

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Prices Within Tanzania Must Be Quoted in Tanzanian Shillings, Says Bank of Tanzania

June 20, 2023
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Dar es Salaam, June 20, 2023 The Bank of Tanzania has issued a public notice to remind residents of the United Republic of Tanzania about prohibiting using foreign currency for domestic payments. The Central Bank’s declaration, which was first made in August 2007 and reiterated in December 2017, aims to ensure the stability and integrity of the national currency,…

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Government Officials Collaborate to Boost Livestock Sector in Economic Transformation Agenda

June 20, 2023
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NAIROBI- In a concerted effort to advance the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), the State Department of Livestock Production’s entire leadership convened a crucial meeting today with members of the President’s Economic Transformation Secretariat. The high-level gathering aimed to devise strategies to enhance the dairy, leather, and meat value chains, fostering increased production, value addition, and exports. Under…

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Kenya-EU Economic Partnership Agreement Set to Revolutionize Trade and Sustainability

June 20, 2023
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Nairobi, June 20, 2023 – In a historic development for trade relations, the European Union (EU) and Kenya have concluded negotiations for an ambitious Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) that aims to foster economic growth and sustainability. The agreement, hailed as the most significant EU trade deal with a developing country regarding sustainability provisions, particularly in climate and environmental protection…

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Kenyan Government Delivers Thousands of Cattle Vaccines to Boost Agriculture in Meru County

June 20, 2023
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MERU, Kenya – Under Hon. Mithika Linturi’s leadership, the Kenyan government has taken significant steps to support sustainable agricultural productivity and food security. The effort is in alignment with the goals laid out in the Kenya Kwanza’s bottom-up manifesto. Yesterday, Hon. Linturi handed over 11,000 doses of cattle vaccines to Meru County Governor Hon. Kawira Mwangaza. The handover took…

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Courtesy Visit by ICM Agribusiness Ltd Chairman Highlights Rwanda’s Rice Farming Success

June 20, 2023
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KIGALI – The Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Hon. Ilde Musafiri, warmly welcomed Mr. Douglas Stephen Shears, the Executive Chairman of ICM Agribusiness Ltd, and his wife during their visit to Rwanda. The couple, renowned for their highly acclaimed rice brand, Lucki Rice, expressed their deep admiration for Rwanda’s remarkable achievements in the field of rice farming. The…

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Sagcot Vows to Battle Soil Acidity Countrywide through Low-Cost Lime Treatments

June 20, 2023
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Kilimokwzana.org Team. In a country where more than 65% of the population depends on agriculture, the battle against soil acidity is a monumental task. Sagcot has recently pledged to intensify its efforts to combat soil acidity nationwide, utilizing the power of lime and empowering local farmers with low-cost, practical knowledge on soil treatment. Maria Ijumba, Sagcot’s Head of Cluster…

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Tanzania: Small-Scale Farmers Leverage Lime to Skyrocket Productivity, Overcoming Soil Acidity in Njombe and Iringa Regions

June 20, 2023
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In a significant departure from long-established farming practices, small-scale farmers in the Njombe and Iringa Regions have harnessed the transformative power of lime to combat soil acidity. This progressive strategy has propelled their agricultural productivity to new heights, underscoring the incredible impact of timely, informed interventions. The striking transformation is attributed to the effective collaboration between the Clinton Foundation,…

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Over 90% of Tanzanians Employed in the Private Sector- Ms. Angelina Ngalula

June 19, 2023
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a recent statement by the Chairperson of the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF), Ms. Angelina Ngalula, it has been revealed that over 90% of Tanzanians are employed in the private sector. This statistic underscores the significance and substantial contribution of the private sector to the country’s economy. Ms. Ngalula stated that the primary…

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