African Agriculture and Food Systems
In a visionary endeavour to rejuvenate agricultural productivity and tackle dwindling yields, the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) is championing the significance of soil testing, urging farmers to prioritize soil health as the key to enhanced efficiency and profitability. Speaking exclusively to Kilimokwanza.org, Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of SAGCOT, passionately stressed the […]
By Anthony Muchoki Ms Elizabeth Swai is an exceptional woman, a visionary, and a trailblazer in the Tanzanian poultry industry. She has been quietly making waves by breeding Kuroiler chickens – turning them into the go-to choice for farmers seeking to profit through poultry farming. Her journey as a poultry entrepreneur began in 2006 as […]
In a conversation led by Nixon Gecheo, a Technology, Digital Agriculture, Youth in Ag, Data, and Public Policy expert, the activation of the recently launched South-South innovation platform was discussed. The platform is a collaborative effort between AIM, NITI Aayog, the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Rabo […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As the world shifts towards digital development, the potential of using technology to enhance agricultural productivity, address key issues like soil health, and provide vital tools to farmers and agricultural stakeholders alike realisation is on sight. CABI (the Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International) is trialling innovative digital tools in Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Rwanda to […]
In a recent visit to the Mount Meru Soyco Ltd factory in Kayonza, Rwanda, Hon. Ilde Musafiri from the Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources provided valuable guidance to the company, urging them to embark on contract farming and establish partnerships to boost their soybean production and refine edible oil. During the visit, Hon. Musafiri […]
The Honorable Zuberi Ali Maulid, Speaker of the Zanzibar House of Representatives, launched the groundbreaking ‘Feed the Future project on a momentous occasion held at the Ministry of Agriculture in Zanzibar on June 16, 2023.The ambitious agricultural initiative, implemented across mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, has received vital support from U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) […]
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