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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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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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Join the Sustainable Food Systems (Africa) Directory

June 17, 2023
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🌍🍽️ Calling all champions of sustainable food systems in Africa! 🌱🌍 Join Kilimokwanza.org, the Sustainable Food Systems (Africa) Directory, and be part of the movement towards a greener and fairer future for our continent. 🌿🤝 📢 Share the directory link with your network: Kilimokwanza.org https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexUOeWNFRuK-VPpU5onLryNEjP8J4vMNrFdx1INgTMFP9Odw/viewform?usp=sf_link 🌟 Showcase your business/organization’s sustainable practices and connect with a vibrant community of farmers,…

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Ghana: Environmental Stewardship in Smallholder Agriculture

June 14, 2023
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By Assan Ng’ombe, Juliette Lampoh-Agroh and Bashiru Musah, June 2023 As we reflect on the recent World Environment Day commemorations held on June 5, 2023, we highlight the pivotal role of smallholder agriculture in Ghana’s socio-economic fabric. It is the largest employer in the country, accounting for over 50% of the workforce. It is also a major source of…

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Bridging the Seed Divide – The IRRI and Tanzania’s United Quest for High-Quality Rice

June 8, 2023
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As Tanzania propels itself towards the robust goals in the National Rice Development Strategy II (NRDSII 2018-2030), the nation grapples with a significant roadblock – the dire need for high-quality, climate-resilient rice seeds. The answer lies in the active partnership between Tanzania and a trusted ally, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), poised to rejuvenate the country’s struggling seed…

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Harnessing Tanzania’s Agricultural Potential: The Bright Future of Cooking Oil Industry

June 8, 2023
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Mwanaidi Kisegelo, sunflower farmer, photo by One Acre Fund Tanzania, showcasing sunflower farmers

Editorial for Kilimokwanza.org: Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute’s (TARI) recent announcement to produce a staggering 100 tonnes of Early Generation Seed (EGS) of sunflower seeds marks an indelible milestone in Tanzania’s journey towards self-reliance in edible oil production. This monumental initiative is an unequivocal testament to the enormous untapped potential within our agricultural sector that could act as a significant…

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TARI gears up to produce 100 tonnes of Early Generation Seed (EGS) sunflower seeds; the future of Tanzania’s cooking oil industry looks promising

June 8, 2023
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In an ambitious move to ramp up domestic cooking oil production, the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) has announced plans to produce a whopping 100 tonnes of Early Generation Seed (EGS) of sunflower seeds. Although Tanzania stands as one of the leading sunflower producers in Africa, trailing only South Africa, the country still finds itself importing around 400,000 metric…

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Neema Munisi: A Champion for Gender Equality in Agribusiness and Community Economic Development

June 5, 2023
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Neema Winyael Munisi is an accomplished Agrobusiness Gender Specialist and Community Economic Development Specialist with a distinguished record of success in entrepreneurship, community development, and value chain development. With her base in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, she has extensively contributed to the development of both urban and rural communities in her country and beyond. Neema holds a Master’s degree…

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Strengthening Global Partnerships for Food Security: A Call for Collaboration at AGRF-2023

June 3, 2023
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Kilimokwanza.org editorial As Africa grapples with the complex challenges surrounding its food systems, Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 (AGRF-2023) emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering collaboration and innovation. In a significant development, Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe, has extended an invitation to Canada, through its Ambassador to Tanzania, Hon. Kyle Nunas, to actively participate in AGRF-2023. This…

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Former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete Urges Africa to Harness Agricultural Productivity for Intra-African Trade

May 30, 2023
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Accra, Ghana – In a powerful address at the African Leadership Forum, His Excellency Jakaya Kikwete, the fourth President of Tanzania and a board member of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), emphasized the urgent need for agricultural transformation across the continent. The forum, gathering leaders and delegates, highlighted the immense potential of Africa’s agricultural sector…

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