Amid the global impact of climate change, Tanzania’s agriculture sector is experiencing a significant shift. Facing challenges like unpredictable weather patterns, droughts, and floods, farmers in Tanzania are embracing innovative solutions to build climate resilience and ensure food security. Cassava has emerged as a key crop for climate adaptation, with a comprehensive seed system developed by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and partners like Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) and Cornell University.
Rice: A strategic crop for climate resilience
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is working in collaboration with the Tanzanian government to develop more resilient rice varieties that can withstand the impacts of climate change. Techniques like Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) are helping farmers save water and reduce labor costs while improving productivity.
Orange-fleshed sweetpotato (OFSP): A nutritional powerhouse
The International Potato Center (CIP) is promoting the Orange-Fleshed Sweetpotato (OFSP) to combat vitamin A deficiency in Tanzania. Resilient to climate stresses, OFSP is enriching nutrition in rural communities and providing farmers with an additional income source.
Sustainable livestock systems: Enhancing productivity and reducing emissions
Collaboration between organizations like the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI) is promoting climate-smart livestock innovations to increase productivity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Seed sector development: A strategic approach to food security
The Tanzania Seed Sector Development Strategy (TSSDS) supported by USAID aims to transform the seed sector to enhance food security and climate adaptation through increased access to high-quality seeds.
A road to COP29: Tanzania’s climate resilience leadership
Tanzania is becoming a leader in climate-smart agriculture as organizations collaborate to build resilience in the face of climate change, setting an example for other countries. Learn more about these initiatives and their impact on Tanzania’s agricultural landscape here.