August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The Minister of Agriculture, Hussein Bashe, has illuminated the remarkable strides made by the Youth Initiative For Agribusiness (BBT-YIA), an ambitious government initiative designed to empower Tanzanian youth in agriculture. This visionary program, encompassing land allocation, integrated farming systems, and substantial financial support, aims to cultivate a new generation of agribusiness entrepreneurs and pave the […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
At the Nane Nane Exhibition, the Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe announced that the Government of Tanzania had taken significant steps to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure sustainable water access. These initiatives include: These collaborative efforts between the government, TFC, and Cooperative Societies are set to rejuvenate agricultural practices nationwide, enhancing farmers’ productivity and prosperity. […]
August 9, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
Mbeya, Tanzania – President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, expressed her satisfaction with cooperative societies that bring happiness to farmers and refrain from exploiting them. Addressing the culmination of the International Agricultural Exhibition, Nane Nane, in Mbeya on August 8, 2023, President Samia highlighted her preference for cooperative societies […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mbeya, Tanzania – The Government’s initiative to provide fertilizer subsidies to farmers has yielded positive outcomes, driving a notable increase in agricultural crop production across the country. This encouraging revelation was emphasized by the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), during the address welcoming the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The Ministry of Agriculture in Tanzania has celebrated and honored the outstanding agricultural achievements of various regions through the presentation of awards. The Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe highlighted the exceptional efforts of regions that have excelled in crop production. In the category of Grain Crops, the top-performing regions were announced as follows: RuvumaRukwaMbeyaThese regions […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mbeya, Tanzania – President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivered a heartfelt address at the Thirtieth Farmers, Herders, and Fishermen Exhibition (Nane Nane) in Mbeya, where she lauded the unwavering dedication and crucial contributions of millions of farmers, fishermen, and herders across the nation. Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, President Samia expressed her deep appreciation for the relentless […]
August 8, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The critical importance of facilitating progressive transformations in Africa’s agricultural and food systems was underscored by His Excellency Jakaya Kikwete, former President of Tanzania, during his inaugural meeting as Chair of the Africa Food Prize Committee on August 6, 2023, in Dar es Salaam. “This is the inaugural meeting under my chairmanship, and we are […]
August 8, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mbeya TANZANIA — President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has lauded the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries for its exceptional implementation of the Flagship Program “Build a Better Tomorrow” (BBT – LIFE). She emphasized the importance of this initiative for the youth involved, urging them to seize this significant […]
August 6, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
Rwanda is making significant progress in reducing post-harvest losses for major grain crops, according to Dr. Patrick Karangwa, Director General of Agriculture Modernization. However, the country continues to face substantial losses for perishable crops, underscoring the need for additional focus and interventions. He noted a study shared during a training workshop on circular food systems, […]
August 6, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa has called on the President’s Office for Regional Administration and Local Government in Tanzania (PO-RALG) known as TAMISEMI in Kiswahili, to optimize budget guidelines and reallocate the nation’s domestic income derived from agriculture. This move seeks to reinvest 20% of the income from agriculture, livestock, and fishing into these sectors, […]