12 Directives for Improving Kilimi Seed Farm Project Management
Latest Tanzania agriculture news · 12 Directives for Improving Kilimi Seed Farm Project Ma… explained · updated Aug 17, 2026 · agriculture news · farmers · crops
TLDR
- The Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office, Prof. Palamagamba John Kabudi, visited the Kilimi Seed Farm in Nzega, Tabora on October 18, 2023, to assess the implementation of directives from President Samia.
- The project, valued at over 11 billion Tanzanian shillings, has achieved 75% completion of its infrastructure.
- Prof. Kabudi praised the Ministry of Agriculture and the Agricultural Seed Agency (ASA) for effectively managing the project and implementing the President's directives.
- Deputy Minister of Agriculture, David Silinde, stated that the use of irrigation technology at the farm will enable year-round seed production, enhancing seed availability for farmers and improving food security.
- Prof. Kabudi issued 12 directives, including maintaining and repairing project infrastructure, completing the seed storage facility, and ensuring the project is finished on time and to the required standards.