October 6, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
The Baseline Report of the Tanzanian Soybean Sub-Sector(2023) offers an extensive analysis of soybean production in Tanzania. This report serves as a crucial resource for driving the transformation of the soybean sub-sector, focusing on increasing productivity, strengthening value chains, and improving market linkages to foster sustainable agricultural growth. Key Insights from the Report: 1. Current […]
October 6, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
On October 4, 2024, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe, unveiled an innovative biopesticide named Thurisave-24. Developed by Tanzania Biotech Products Limited (TBPL), this product is specifically designed to combat pests detrimental to key agricultural crops such as maize and cotton. The launch event took place at the TBPL plant in Kibaha, Pwani Region, […]
October 6, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dodoma, Tanzania – September 2, 2024: To support maize farmers and boost agricultural productivity, the Tanzania Official Seed Certification Institute (TOSCI) has released an updated list of subsidized maize seed varieties for the 2024 farming season. The announcement, made public today, features 20 newly certified maize seed varieties now eligible for government subsidies under the […]
October 6, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Cape Town, South Africa – October 4, 2024 – Africa’s leading oil, gas, and energy event, AOW: Investing in African Energy, is set to bring together over 80 government ministers and senior officials from across the continent, along with more than 1,600 high-level delegates and industry leaders. Scheduled to take place from October 7-10, 2024, […]
October 1, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
By Esther Mnyika Agriculture employs over 75% of Tanzanians and is the backbone of economic growth and employment generation in the nation. The government, along with various stakeholders, has been making efforts to enhance agriculture in the country, ensuring it serves as a liberator for farmers from poverty and leads to a beneficial farming system […]
September 27, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
HAI, KILIMANJARO – By Anthony John In a powerful address that underscored Tanzania’s emergence as a key player in global agriculture, U.S. Ambassador Michael Battle praised the exceptional quality of Tanzanian avocados during the launch of USAID’s Feed the Future Tanzania Tuhifadhi Chakula (Let’s Save Food) Project on September 26, 2027. The event, hosted in […]
September 27, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania – September 26, 2024: In a major effort to strengthen food security in Tanzania, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched the Feed the Future Tanzania Tuhifadhi Chakula (Let’s Save Food) project. This five-year, 60 billion Tanzanian Shillings ($24 million) initiative is focused on reducing post-harvest losses in Tanzania’s key horticulture […]
September 20, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Dodoma, Tanzania – September 18, 2024: The Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hon. David Silinde (MP), has announced that the Government of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Agriculture, will continue to implement various strategies to strengthen the competitiveness of domestically produced crops in international markets and open new ones. Hon. Silinde made these remarks on September […]
September 19, 2024
by Editor
Dar es Salaam: Dec 1984 – Sept 15, 2024 The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has honoured the life and legacy of Emanuely Deodath Lyimo, a leader whose vision, passion, and dedication left an indelible mark on Tanzania’s agricultural landscape. Since joining SAGCOT in October 2014, Emanuely’s remarkable journey stood as a testament […]
September 19, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Ruvuma Farmers in the Ruvuma region have been commended for their intelligence and willingness to adopt scientific farming methods in crop production. This praise came from the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), during a public meeting on September 19, 2024, after inspecting the Mtyangimbole Maize Selling Center in Songea District. In addition to […]