By focusing on long-term environmental health and the economic viability of farms, TechnoServe has outlined five critical success factors to achieve transformation at scale, particularly in regions of Africa, Latin America, and Asia where agricultural practices have significant room for improvement in carbon efficiency.
Tanzania’s agricultural sector is a vital component of the nation’s economy, providing livelihoods to millions of its citizens. To further strengthen and develop this critical sector, a collaborative effort known as the Tanzania Agri-Inputs Platform has emerged as a driving force, bringing together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors. This platform aims to facilitate the growth and…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter “Our efforts are intertwined with a commitment to creating a food future that is not only sustainable but nourishes and empowers empowers all communities,” Jeremiah Rogito, a Food and Land Use Coalition Specialist at AGRA, has said. Sharing insights during a pivotal event held on November 2nd, 2023 convened by AGRA, brought together partners of The Food…
The critical importance of addressing the transformation of food systems at the national level, cannot be gainsaid, according to Assan Ng’ombe, a Resilience Specialist at AGRA. Despite significant efforts, food systems worldwide are still falling short in meeting the developmental needs of populations, leading to increased hunger globally. Ng’ombe emphasized the urgency of transforming food systems to align with…
Kilimokwanza.org reporter No country can afford to ignore the critical need for adaptation and transformation in addressing food systems globally,” Cecil Haverkamp, Director of the FELD Programme and Co-Director of the Food/Land Team at the secretariat of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, a global initiative for the United Nations, has said. He delivered this message during an event convened…
Regional and Continental Trade Pacts Open the Door to Free Trade in Food and Farm Goods Tema, Ghana – The 10th Annual Borderless Conference, organized by the Borderless Alliance in collaboration with the German Development Agency GIZ, recently convened in Tema, Ghana, bringing together experts from government, business, and international organizations to discuss and strategize ways to enhance trade…
In Arusha, Tanzania, lies a hidden gem that plays a crucial role in ensuring the nation’s food security and agricultural development – the National Plant Genetic Resources Centre (NPGRC). Established in 1990 and affiliated with the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI), the NPGRC is a government agency with a mission that resonates with the core needs of Tanzania’s agricultural…
The government of Tanzania is ramping up its efforts to achieve seed self-sufficiency by 2030 for all farmers in the country. These efforts include the establishment of major irrigation schemes to boost seed production. One such irrigation scheme is the ‘Samia Block Farm’ located in Nzega District, Tabora Region. This project will utilize advanced irrigation techniques, including an automated…
In a significant development for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Director of the Tanzania Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA), Ms. Irene Madeje Mlola, announced on November 1, 2023, a comprehensive plan to boost efficiency across the entire value chain of cereals and mixed crops. This initiative aims to enhance economic growth and food availability in the country. Ms….
Nairobi, Kenya The coalition of food and land use stakeholders (FOLU) has come together to address the urgent challenges of food and nutrition insecurity, land degradation, growing inequalities, and declining agricultural output in Kenya. FOLU yesterday held a high-stakes meeting, spearheaded by AGRA, World Resources Institute (WRI), Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), and the United Nations Sustainable Development…