Proposal to Enhance Irrigation Technology for Year-Round Seed Production
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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 inspect the implementation of directives from President Samia.
- The project, valued at over 11 billion Tanzanian shillings, has reached 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 the availability of quality seeds for farmers.
- Prof. Kabudi issued 12 directives during a summary meeting, including maintaining and repairing project infrastructure and completing the construction of a seed storage facility.