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Visit and Handover of IFAD Projects to Enhance Seed Production in Nzega

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  • On August 17, 2026, Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, the Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office, visited and handed over projects under the Agriculture and Fisheries Development Programme (AFDP) in Nzega, Tabora.
  • The AFDP is funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and aims to enhance seed production and agricultural development in Tanzania.
  • Prof. Kabudi emphasized the importance of the agricultural sector, which contributes to half of the national GDP and provides employment for over 75% of Tanzanians.
  • During the visit, he officially handed over office buildings, a workshop, and a seed drying facility to the Ministry of Agriculture, all funded by the AFDP.
  • The program has also facilitated the acquisition of modern agricultural tools and equipment, including tractors and sprayers, to improve seed management and distribution.

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Waziri wa Nchi, Ofisi ya Waziri Mkuu (Sera, Bunge, Uratibu na Wenye Ulemavu), Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, leo Agosti 17, 2026, ametembelea, kukagua na kukabidhi miradi inayotekelezwa kupitia Programu ya Kuendeleza Kilimo na Uvuvi (Agriculture and Fisheries Development Programme – AFDP) katika Shamba la Mbegu la Wakala wa Mbegu Tanzania (ASA), Kilimi, Wilaya ya Nzega, Mkoa wa Tabora.

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