Tanzania calls for modernization of agribusiness to enable it generate 100bn US dollars as per Vision 2050 target

DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania’s agriculture, livestock and fisheries sectors have been urged to increase production and adopt modern technologies in order to contribute 100bn US dollars to the country’s economy under the implementation of the National Development Vision 2050.

The target is part of Tanzania’s broader ambition to build a US$1 trillion economy, with productive sectors expected to play a critical role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and increasing national revenues.

Speaking at the 10th International Agricultural Exhibition in Africa, held alongside the 3rd Africa Agriculture, Livestock and Poultry Exhibition, Stephen Michael, Director of Production and Markets in the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, said the sectors must improve productivity to achieve the targets outlined in Vision 2050.

Michael was speaking on behalf of the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Dr Bashiru Ally Kakurwa.

He said greater investment in modern technologies and increased production would help Tanzania address food security challenges while creating more employment opportunities for Tanzanians.

According to Michael, the livestock and fisheries sectors also have significant potential to increase national income and generate foreign exchange through the production and export of goods to international markets.

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“The livestock and fisheries sectors have a major role to play because they will contribute to food security, employment for Tanzanians, national income and foreign exchange earnings through exports,” Michael said.

Michael further stressed that achieving the objectives of Vision 2050 requires stronger collaboration among producers, investors and other stakeholders in the agriculture, livestock and fisheries sectors.

He said stakeholders need to work together to increase production, adopt appropriate technologies and secure reliable markets for locally produced goods.

The government’s emphasis on modern technology and productivity is aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of Tanzania’s productive sectors and positioning agriculture, livestock and fisheries as key drivers of the country’s long-term economic transformation.