October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) tools are practical guides developed under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative to help small, medium, and large-scale agricultural producers and processors adopt sustainable practices. These tools help businesses improve their operations, ensure compliance with national and international regulations, and promote environmental and social sustainability. This guide […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Small-scale processors play a pivotal role in Tanzania’s agro-industrial sector, transforming raw agricultural products into value-added goods, creating employment opportunities, and driving economic growth in rural areas. Yet, despite their contributions, small-scale processors face a myriad of challenges, including limited access to resources, inadequate technology, and difficulty in complying with environmental and social standards. To […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Small-scale processors are the backbone of Tanzania’s agro-industrial landscape, which is crucial in adding value to agricultural produce and providing employment opportunities in rural areas. However, their capacity to thrive and contribute effectively to the economy has often been hindered by limited resources, insufficient technological adoption, and lack of access to sustainable markets. To address […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Special Correspodent The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) Guiding Tool for Small-Scale Producers is a landmark achievement in Tanzania’s agricultural development, offering smallholder farmers a pathway to sustainable, resilient, and inclusive growth. Developed under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative, this tool is tailored to meet the specific needs of small-scale agricultural producers, […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Special Correspondent The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) Guiding Tool for Medium and Large-Scale Processors has emerged as a transformative instrument in Tanzania’s agricultural sector, facilitating a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability. This tool, part of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative, supports processors in implementing sustainable practices that align with […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Special Correspondent Across Africa, agriculture remains the backbone of many economies, employing most of the population and serving as a key driver of economic development. Yet, food security remains elusive, and the continent spends billions annually on importing basic foodstuffs, including high-protein crops like soybeans. Finding a crop that can meet local nutritional needs and […]
October 10, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, October 10, 2024 — In a strategic move to accelerate agricultural transformation in Tanzania, SAGCOT Centre Ltd. and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have formalized a new partnership to boost the country’s agricultural sector. The collaboration was launched on October 7, 2024, with the signing of a Letter of Engagement between Mr. […]
October 8, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
DAR ES SALAAM – The Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) held a special advocacy meeting with various stakeholders in Dar es Salaam on October 4, 2024. The meeting, which took place at the Seashells Millennium Hotel in Makumbusho, aimed to discuss the overall development of the microfinance sector and assess its contribution to the […]
October 6, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: The recently published “Baseline Report of the Tanzanian Soybean Sub-Sector,” conducted under the Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative (TSSI)—a program under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) and its partners—offers an in-depth analysis of the current state of the soybean sub-sector in Tanzania. With a clear focus on identifying challenges, […]
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 […]