Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), expressed his satisfaction with the impressive work being carried out by the Agricultural Seed Agency (ASA) during his inspection visit to the Undomo seed farm in Nzega District on September 16, 2024. Spanning 802.47 hectares, the farm currently uses 602 hectares for seed production, with four pivot irrigation machines ensuring efficient water…
Ilula Village, Kilolo District, Iringa Region, Tanzania—Farm for the Future Tanzania Ltd (FFF), a pioneering agricultural initiative based in the SAGCOT Corridor, is seeking an additional $800,000 in investment to expand its operations and advance sustainable farming practices. The Tanzanian government and Norwegian stakeholders support this effort to lift thousands of farmers out of poverty while enhancing food security….
Dar es Salaam On August 10, 2024, Ms. Mercy Mmari, Chairperson of the Tanzania Food Science and Technology Association (TAFST), paid a brief yet impactful visit to Mr. Geoffrey Kirenga, Chief Executive Officer of SAGCOT, at the SAGCOT offices. Accompanied by Mr. Sanjay Seth, a sustainability expert, the trio discussed pressing issues related to sustainability in agriculture, focusing on…
September 9, 2024, Kigali, Rwanda – 100 Million Youth to Seek Jobs by 2030, But Only 3 Million Jobs Created Annually Over 1,000 young people from across Africa came together at the recent Africa Food Systems Forum to commit to transforming the continent’s food systems and tackling the pressing challenges of climate change. Their collective efforts have resulted in…
Dar es Salaam Tanzania’s agricultural landscape is evolving, with rice becoming one of the fastest-growing food sources, making it crucial for food security and self-sufficiency. However, small-scale rice producers, responsible for about 90% of the country’s rice production, face significant challenges such as low productivity, climate variability, and limited market access. The Growing Resilience program implemented by Norges Vel…
Unlocking the Potential of Potato FarmingPotato farming in Kenya offers an incredible opportunity for financial growth, with the potential to generate substantial profits within a short period. With just one acre of land, you can expect a revenue of approximately Ksh. 280,000 per season at a conservative price of Ksh. 3,500 per 100 kg bag. After accounting for all…
Africa Food Systems Forum 2024: Driving Financial Investments to Transform Africa’s Food Systems Kilimokwanza.org Team Kigali, Rwanda, September 2-6, 2024 – The Africa Food Systems (AFS) Forum 2024 concluded with strong commitments to addressing one of the most critical challenges facing the continent: the need for robust financial investment to transform food systems and ensure long-term sustainability. Hosted under…
The Tanzania Tea Research Institute (TRIT) has made significant strides in optimizing tea production across the country, driven by its latest research on the most suitable fertilizer use and soil fertility management. With tea being one of Tanzania’s major export commodities, this research is seen as a game-changer for the country’s tea sector, particularly for smallholder farmers who contribute…
By Dr. Agnes Kalibata, AGRA President The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; it’s an immediate and pressing reality. The world is on a trajectory that suggests we will exceed the critical 1.5°C warming limit set by the Paris Agreement. This “climate overshoot” is poised to wreak havoc on global health, food security, and water access, disproportionately…
Kilimokwanza.org Team At a recent Business-to-Business (B2B) meeting held in Iringa from August 21st to 23rd, 2024, agricultural stakeholders from across Tanzania gathered to discuss innovative solutions to the pressing issue of post-harvest losses. The meeting, part of the USAID-funded Feed the Future Tanzania Tuhifadhi Chakula (Let’s Save Food) project, was organized by the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of…