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Transforming Poultry Farming in Ihemi through SilverLands Tanzania Limited’s T-PEC Centre

May 10, 2024
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Ihemi, Tanzania — Nestled in the agricultural heartlands of Ihemi, SilverLands Tanzania Limited’s Poultry Training Centre (T-PEC) stands as a beacon of innovation and education in the Tanzanian poultry sector. Since its launch in 2016, T-PEC has revolutionized local agriculture by providing advanced training in poultry farming to over 3,500 participants. This initiative has been instrumental in driving employment…

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Poultry Farmers in Ihemi Reap Benefits from Modern Farming Training

May 10, 2024
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Ihemi, Tanzania — Poultry value chain stakeholders in Ihemi have expressed satisfaction with the modern farming training offered at SilverLands Tanzania Limited (T-PEC). This move promises to bolster the local economy and generate employment. SilverLands Tanzania Limited’s Poultry Training Centre (T-PEC) has become a cornerstone for modern poultry farming education in Ihemi. It offers advanced training sessions that have…

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Tanzania’s Agricultural Progress: Insights from SAGCOT’s CEO at Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit

May 10, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter During a side event titled “Partnering for Soil Health Data” at the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Summit in Nairobi, Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), shared transformative strategies and insights into Tanzania’s efforts to enhance soil health and agricultural productivity. Kirenga discussed the pivotal role of public-private partnerships…

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Bridging Progress and Sustainability: The SAGCOT Initiative’s Transformative Journey in Tanzania’s Agriculture

May 6, 2024
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The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), an ambitious initiative launched in 2010 during the World Economic Forum on Africa, is drastically transforming the agricultural landscape. With a vision to boost agricultural productivity, enhance food security, reduce poverty, and ensure environmental sustainability, SAGCOT is steering the country towards a future of robust agricultural development through innovative strategies and…

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TAHA Trains 200 Farmers in Kilimanjaro as Part of the USAID “Tuhifadhi Chakula” Initiative

May 6, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Tanzania is addressing one of its most critical challenges—food loss and waste—through the “Tuhifadhi Chakula” (“Let’s Save Food”) initiative. Announced on August 8, 2023, this ambitious five-year project is supported by a $24 million investment from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and is implemented in partnership with the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA) and the Southern…

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SAGCOT CEO to Address Soil Degradation at AU Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit

May 6, 2024
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SAGCOT CEO to Spotlight Soil Health at AU Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit Kilimokwanza.org On May 7th, 2024, at the Kenya International Conference Centre in Nairobi, Mr. Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT, will address the pressing issue of soil degradation at the AU Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit. The session, “Managing Degraded Soils for Reclaiming Livelihoods in Africa,” will…

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AGRA, SAGCOT, CIMMYT, others To Spotlight Africa Efforts to Combat Soil Degradation at AU Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit

May 5, 2024
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By Kilimokwanza.org Team In a side event at the upcoming Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit, set for May 7th, 2024, in Nairobi, stakeholders from across Africa and the globe will gather to address the pressing issues of soil degradation and acidity that threaten the continent’s agricultural productivity and food security. This session, “Managing Degraded Soils for Reclaiming Livelihoods…

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From Morogoro to Tanga: Raha Farm’s Expansion— Youth Empowerment in Tanzanian Agriculture

May 2, 2024
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By Kilimokwanza.org Team In the heart of Tanzania, a transformative story is unfolding, heralding a shift towards sustainable agricultural practices and underscoring a potent narrative of youth empowerment. This story centres around Raha Aloyce and her ambitious agricultural venture, Raha Farm, which recently expanded from its roots in Morogoro to a new location in the Kilindi District of Tanga….

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Agriculture Growth Corridors of Tanzania on the Horizon: SAGCOT to Broaden Operations as Directed by Agriculture Minister

April 26, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org reporter In a strategic move poised to revolutionize Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) convened a high-level meeting on April 19, 2024, at Morena Hotel in Dodoma. The conference, graced by the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), focused on expanding SAGCOT’s operations into new agricultural regions across Tanzania, enhancing the sector’s…

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Norway’s Commitment to Boosting Tanzanian Agriculture: A Partnership for Modernization and Market Access

April 26, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a meeting held on April 22, 2024, with Hon Adam Malima, the Regional Commissioner of Morogoro, Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Tone Tinnes reaffirmed Norway’s unwavering commitment to supporting Tanzania’s agricultural sector. This collaboration aims to empower local farmers by providing them access to modern technologies and broader markets, thereby enhancing their productivity and economic stability. A…

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