African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dr. Davis Muthini, Policy Analyst at AGRA. The policy and legislative environment is a key driver of agricultural transformation. Policy and regulatory regimes “define the rules of the game”. They regulate the roles and behaviour of players in the sector, determine resource allocation, and assign incentives and disincentives accordingly. Policies shape the business environment by […]
Ruvuma/Mvomero, Tanzania – A soybean auction in Ruvuma and a thriving cocoa auction in Mvomero, both part of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), have highlighted the growing success of Tanzanian farmers and the effectiveness of the Warehouse Receipt System. On June 20, about 451,367 kilograms of soybeans were sold in Ruvuma, fetching […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has introduced a comprehensive new service to enhance the transportation and storage of fresh produce, including vegetables and fruits. This initiative is expected to significantly benefit farmers and traders by providing a reliable and cost-effective means to transport their goods to key markets nationwide. The […]
June 18, 2024 A remarkable transformation is taking place in the heart of Morogoro’s Matombo division. The traditionally rich but recently struggling spice farming industry is witnessing a revival, thanks to the collaborative efforts of diverse stakeholders, including the central, regional, and local governments, the SAGCOT Centre (SCL), and Tanganyika Christian Relief Services (TCRS), among […]
Dodoma, Tanzania: In a strategic move to bolster domestic production and empower local industries, Tanzania has announced adjustments to the East African Community Common External Tariff (EAC CET) as part of the 2024/25 budget. Presented by Finance Minister Hon. Dr. Mwigulu Lameck Nchemba Madelu, these changes aim to stimulate economic growth by nurturing the nation’s […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – In a concerted effort to shape Tanzania’s agricultural future, the Planning Commission is organizing a critical stakeholders’ meeting to discuss the National Development Vision 2050 (Vision 2050). This meeting, set to take place on June 15, 2024, at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) in Dar es Salaam, aims to gather […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals Tanzania’s dominance in potato yield across East Africa. According to FAOSTAT’s 2022 data, Tanzania boasts an impressive 8.43 tonnes per hectare (t/ha), surpassing its neighbours Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. Tanzania: The Yield Champion Tanzania’s remarkable yield is attributed to […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – December 5, 2024 Public and private sector leaders gathered in Dodoma, Tanzania, to chart the future of the country’s Warehouse Receipts System (WRS). The transformative workshop, organized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Warehouse Receipts Regulatory Board (WRRB), and the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre Ltd.), underscored the […]
Bukoba, Tanzania—The 3rd Kagera Annual Agricultural Conference and Community Education (KAACE) will occur on June 20-21, 2024, at the ELCT Bukoba Hotel. Organized by the University of Dar es Salaam, the event promises to gather experts, scholars, and community leaders to discuss and strategize “Cultivating Agricultural Prosperity for Resilient Communities.” The main theme this year […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – December 5, 2024 – A workshop focused on enhancing Tanzania’s Warehouse Receipts System (WRS) convened public and private sector leaders in Dodoma, generating substantial discussions and recommendations. Co-hosted by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Warehouse Receipts Regulatory Board (WRRB), and the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre Ltd.), the […]