Author: SAGCOTComms

Tanzania Mpya, Dira Mpya: Toa Maoni Yako Kwenye Dira ya Maendeleo 2050!

Wadau wa SAGCOT, wanufaika, na washirika wote, mnakaribishwa kushiriki katika kongamano muhimu la mtandaoni kujadili Rasimu ya Dira ya Taifa ya Maendeleo 2050. 📅 Tarehe: Jumatatu, 23 Desemba 2024⏰ Muda: Saa 4:00 asubuhi – 6:00 mchana📍 Mahali: Mtandaoni kupitia Microsoft Teams Rasimu ya Dira ya Maendeleo

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Draft National Development Vision 2050 Unveiled- prioritizes agriculture as the foundational pillar for Tanzania’s socio-economic transformation.

Zanzibar, December 11, 2024 The Draft National Development Vision 2050 was unveiled in Tanzania on December 11, 2024, signalling a new era for the nation. His Excellency Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, graced the event, attended by government

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Tanzania’s Mango Potential: A Dialogue on the Future of Commercial Mango Farming

The potential to transform Tanzania’s mango industry into a global powerhouse took centre stage during a vibrant discussion hosted by Agribusiness East Africa on Twitter Spaces on December 8, 2024. Moderated by Prof. Andrew Temu and SAGCOT CEO Geoffrey Kirenga, the event attracted agricultural experts, policymakers,

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YEFFA Project Implementation Kicks Off in Mbeya to Empower Youth in Agribusiness and Create Jobs

AGRA Tanzania, in collaboration with SAGCOT and other partners, hosted a two-day workshop in Mbeya on December 5 and 6 to officially kick off the implementation of the Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) project. This transformative initiative, led by AGRA in

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Prioritizing Soil Health: Foundation for Sustainable Development

Iringa, Tanzania, December 3-4, 2024. Agricultural stakeholders have urged prioritising soil health as a cornerstone for sustainable development. During a two-day workshop on December 3-4, 2024, participants explored the broader land health management concept, including water management and resilience. SAGCOT Centre convened and facilitated the workshop.

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SAGCOT Introduces YEFFA Program in Tanzania’s Breadbasket Regions to Cultivate Youth-Led Growth 

November 2024 – A transformative initiative aimed at empowering young people in Tanzania’s agricultural heartland was officially introduced to regional agricultural leadership in Iringa, Njombe, and Ruvuma during events held from November 20 to 26, 2024.  The Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture

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FOLUR Tanzania Project Aims to Enhance Sustainability and Food Security in Kilombero Valley (Mainland Tanzania) and North Unguja (Zanzibar)

Morogoro, Tanzania – The Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, SAGCOT Centre, and other partners hosted a two-day workshop in Morogoro on November 29–30 to plan Tanzania’s Food Systems, Land Use, and Restoration (FOLUR) project. Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and led by the

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Bird Repellent Promises to Boost Rice Production in Tanzania

🚨 Protect your rice fields with AV 5055! 🚨 🌾 Bird Repellant for Rice Crops targeting Quelea quelea birds.✅ Application at milking stage (morning hours).✅ Coverage: 1 acre with 2.5L (95,000 TZS/L).✅ Effective with drones or mist blowers (10-15L or 25L water volume).✅ Single foliar spray

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YEFFA Project Gains Momentum in Songea with Government and Stakeholder Engagement

The Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) program was introduced in Songea, Tanzania, on November 22, 2024. This initiative, a collaboration between AGRA, the Mastercard Foundation, and SAGCOT aims to transform agriculture in the region by focusing on key areas of development

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Rukwa Region Sets Its Sights on Soybean Leadership

Rukwa, November 20, 2024 – Under the framework of the SAGCOT-driven Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative (TSSI), stakeholders in Rukwa convened to strategize on positioning the region as a national hub for soybean production. With its rich agricultural resources, Rukwa holds immense potential to spearhead the transformation

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