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Research

Agricultural Policy Reforms in Tanzania: reform on registration and access for new seed propagation, fertilizer industry regulations on registration and supply, contract farming and agricultural marketing. Final Report.

August 7, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 1 min read

This Report delves into an examination of the agricultural regulatory framework in Tanzania, featuringthe key areas as identified by AGRA (the Client) in the Terms of Reference. The…

Press Releases

Identifying climate adaptation measures for Latin American farmers

August 6, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 3 min read

An assessment in four Latin American countries identifies the main vulnerabilities and threats of climate change to the region’s agricultural systems. CALI, COLOMBIA – Smallholder farmers are on…

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As COVID-19 fractures food systems, global experts issue roadmap to avert post-pandemic food shocks caused by climate change

June 25, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 8 min read

Influential voices from six continents present path to climate-smart, food-secure future in wake of new UN report warning climate stress contributing to COVID “food emergency” WAGENINGEN, THE NETHERLANDS…

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New Bread Baskets Emerging in the Western Regions of Tanzania

June 15, 2020 · Kilimo Tanzania · 9 min read

Kigoma *Partnerships for agricultural transformation results in the regions of Kigoma, Kagera, and Katavi leapfrogging to become significant producers of food for Tanzania and the neighboring countries to…

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Game-changing technologies to transform our food systems

May 19, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

A pipeline of disruptive technologies could transform our food systems, ecosystems and human health, but attention to the enabling environment is needed to realize their potential. WAGENINGEN, THE…

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A wake-up call for Latin America’s livestock sector: Emissions reductions crucial to meet SDGs by 2030

May 14, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

A new journal article analyzes the emission reduction practices of the livestock sector in seven Latin American countries and their potential to contribute to the fulfillment of the…

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Conservation agriculture key in meeting UN Sustainable Development Goals

April 16, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

New analysis shows benefits of conservation agriculture to crop performance, water efficiency and climate action in South Asia. MEXICO CITY, MEXICO (16 April 2020) – An international team of scientists…

Features

Question About AGCOT? Sauti Has the Answer.

April 10, 2020 · Kilimokwanza · 2 min read

Kilimokwanza / AGCOT Sauti 🔒  kilimokwanza.org/agcot-sauti  —  AI Information Hub ↗ Open full screen AGCOT Sauti 💬 AGCOT Sauti is ready for you Google restricts NotebookLM from loading…

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New guidance launched to help countries track livestock emissions

March 28, 2020 · Africa Kilimo · 3 min read

NEW ZEALAND – 92 developing countries included livestock-related emissions as a target for mitigation in their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). One of the biggest challenges to achieving mitigation…

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Mkami Yusuph Tetere’s Journey from Street Vendor to Successful Entrepreneur

January 3, 2020 · Kilimokwanza · 2 min read

Once a street vendor selling maize flour, Mkami Yusuph Tetere, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, has transformed her life and business, thanks to the pivotal support from SIDO (Small Industries…

Habari/Makala

Mama Seki: nimeigia mikataba na wakulima wadogowadogo kuniuzia mahindi, Ruvuma na Iringa

December 17, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 5 min read

Na Mwandishi wetu BARAKA kubwa katika kazi za mikono hutegemea zaidi namna unavyofanya menejimenti ya program unayoifanya na mkazo unaotilia ili uweze kutoboza. Hata kama utaletewa mafunzo ya…

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata of Rwanda – Special Envoy for 2021 Food Systems Summit

December 16, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 2 min read

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today the appointment of Agnes Kalibata of Rwanda as his Special Envoy for the 2021 Food Systems Summit. In 2021, the Secretary-General…

News

SAGCOT’s 2018 Annual Report: A Year of Dynamic Growth and Strategic Expansion

December 7, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 3 min read

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has released its 2018 Annual Report, highlighting a year marked by significant growth, strategic expansion, and…

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Investments in climate services for agriculture and food security outweigh costs

December 3, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 7 min read

MADRID, SPAIN – Weather and climate services are vital for sustainable development and climate change adaptation. The benefits of investment greatly outweigh the cost, and yet the capacity to…

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CCAFS Southeast Asia Regional Program Leader receives a prestigious medal from the Vietnam government

November 21, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

HANOI, VIETNAM – Dr. Leocadio Sebastian, the Regional Program Leader of the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) in Southeast Asia, received the…

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Intense wildfires of 2019 highlight urgent need for transition to climate-smart agriculture

October 8, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

New research to be presented at conference in Bali showcases opportunities for more sustainable farming practices that help meet climate goals as well as rising food demand. Bali,…

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Fostering rural transformation under climate change: suggestions for the Global Commission on Adaptation

September 19, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

Without transformational changes in the food system, we have very little chance of meeting the SDGs by 2030. WAGENINGEN, THE NETHERLANDS – The people least responsible for greenhouse…

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Media Advisory | The 5th Global Science Conference on Climate-Smart Agriculture

September 3, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

What: The 5th Global Science Conference on Climate-Smart Agriculture will this year focus on “Transforming food systems under a changing climate” to explore the changes needed to help…

Features

Building agro-based industrialization momentum in Tanzania

July 7, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 5 min read

*AGRA offers vital linkages  By Anthony Muchoki Farmers and other players along the agriculture value chain are excited by the zeal shown by the government in pushing for…

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Undercounting of agroforestry skews climate change mitigation planning and reporting

June 25, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 4 min read

Agroforestry is overlooked in global climate change reporting systems, resulting in missed opportunities to account for a major carbon sink. BURLINGTON, VERMONT – Farmers incorporate trees into fields…

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Creating “Commercial” opportunities for women farmers in Tanzania

June 7, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 4 min read

By Anthony Muchoki Supporting women farmers to move from subsistence to commercial farming is the key to achieving gender equality, posits small scale farmer, Mrs. Edina Josephat, a…

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New dynamics in food crops fueling Tanzania

June 7, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 5 min read

By Anthony Muchoki Data from Tanzania’s agriculture ministry shows that for eight continuous years, the country has been food self-sufficient. It has been exceeding 100 percent of demand,…

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Vietnam can reduce emissions, save $2.3 billion by 2030 in agriculture, forestry and land use

May 9, 2019 · Africa Kilimo · 5 min read

Through cost-saving practices for coffee, rice, maize, and livestock production, Vietnam can increase its Paris Agreement commitments, says a study that highlights climate action potential for agriculture in…

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Kigoma PIATA Tija Project: The way out for youth unemployment

May 7, 2019 · Kilimokwanza · 4 min read

Kigoma, Tanzania:  For the 30 year old  Innocent Michaeli, a father of one, from Nyakitonto Village, Kasulu District, Kigoma Region, farming is not just a  job but a…