May 3, 2025
by Kilimokwanza
Kenya’s macadamia and avocado industries, once celebrated for their robust contributions to the nation’s economy, are currently navigating turbulent waters due to recent government policy changes and evolving global market dynamics. These developments have sparked widespread concern among farmers, exporters, and industry stakeholders, who fear the long-term implications for their livelihoods and Kenya’s standing in […]
May 3, 2025
by Kilimokwanza
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – The 10th Agritec Africa Exhibition and Conference on Agriculture Technologies is set to take place from June 11-13, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. This premier event will bring together 175 companies from 25 countries to showcase cutting-edge innovations in farming, dairy, livestock, poultry, […]
May 2, 2025
by Kilimokwanza
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) has launched seven new soya bean varieties to strengthen food security and promote agricultural resilience during the rainy season. This initiative, aimed at enhancing crop diversification, is set to empower farmers and address the challenges posed by climate variability and […]
May 2, 2025
by Kilimokwanza
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – In response to mounting climate challenges, Kenya is advancing a groundbreaking tomato breeding initiative aimed at equipping farmers with robust, high-yielding varieties that can withstand pests, diseases, and erratic weather patterns. The move marks a critical step in the country’s broader efforts to ensure food security, stabilize farmer […]
May 2, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
1. Give Your Product Away for Free – Then Charge for Extras Freemium model: Offer a free version (like an app or e-book) to hook users, then monetize through upgrades, add-ons, or subscriptions. 2. Discourage Customers from Buying – and Spark Curiosity Scarcity & exclusivity play: Say ‘This product may not be for you’ to […]
May 2, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
The transformation of SAGCOT into AGCOT, launched on April 27, 2025, and briefed to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on April 28, represents a nationwide scaling of Tanzania’s agricultural success. AGCOT builds on SAGCOT’s achievements—$6.34 billion in investments, 1 million farmers reached, and 253,000 jobs—and extends its impact to new corridors under the Agriculture Master Plan […]
May 1, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
By Boaz Keizire and Jean Baptiste Havugimana The agri-food systems value chain remains the backbone of the East African Community (EAC) Partner States’ economies providing livelihoods and driving regional growth. However, to unlock its full potential and achieve sustainable food security, the sector must engage and empower its most dynamic asset: the youth. Organisations like […]
May 1, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
By Boaz Blackie Keizire As Africa approaches the SDGs deadline, the next five years are critical for making substantial progress in transforming its food systems. This year in July and in Addis Ababa Ethiopia, Africa is privileged to host the second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake, another stocktaking moment, 4 years after the UN […]
April 30, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
Dodoma, Tanzania – Aprili 27–28, 2025 Katika hatua ya kihistoria kwa maendeleo ya sekta ya kilimo nchini, Serikali ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania imezindua rasmi Mpango wa Maendeleo ya Shoroba za Kilimo Tanzania (AGCOT), tukio lililoongozwa na Waziri Mkuu Mhe. Kassim Majaliwa na kufuatiwa na ziara ya Mheshimiwa Rais Dkt. Samia Suluhu Hassan katika […]
April 30, 2025
by Kilimo Tanzania
Mbeya, Tanzania — April 2025 In the lush green landscapes of Mbeya, the seeds of agricultural transformation are taking firm root through the “Growing Together” program — an ambitious initiative strengthening Tanzania’s agri-food system by building the capacity of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and integrating smallholder farmers into high-value supply chains. Earlier this month, […]