Govt backs date palm research
The Tanzanian government is supporting research into date palm cultivation to reduce import dependency and boost local agricultural income. The project, supported by international partners, is currently testing viability in semi-arid regions.
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Promoting local crop production is a key strategy for improving food security and economic resilience in drought-prone African nations.
TANGA: THE government has pledged full support for research into date palm cultivation in Tanzania, in a move aimed at reducing reliance on imports and creating new income opportunities for farmers in droughtprone regions.
The research, being conducted by the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI), seeks to establish the suitability of date palms for semi-arid areas, particularly Dodoma and Singida regions.
Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture, Professor Peter Msofe, announced the government's commitment on Tuesday during the World Food Day Exhibition in Tanga after touring pavilions showcasing agricultural innovations.
“The government will extend all the support needed to establish date farming in the central regions of Tanzania, particularly Dodoma and Singida,” he said.
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