Lyn Frans
Tanzanian agricultural authorities are showing keen interest in green agricultural technology developed in the U.S which could significantly enhance the country’s efforts toward sustainable and efficient farming practices.
This week in Dodoma, high-level meetings took place between representatives from the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) and the Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA), and a visiting delegation from Green Lightning Technology, a U.S.-based firm known for its environmentally friendly agricultural solutions. The discussions centered on potential collaboration, practical applications in the field, and regulatory pathways for integrating this innovative technology into Tanzania’s agricultural framework.
Green Lightning Technology harnesses a natural process to transform water and air into nitrogen by passing them through a static electric field, rearranging the molecules for efficient nitrogen production.
The Technology has gained recognition for its pioneering tools and inputs designed to improve crop performance, minimize chemical runoff, and boost long-term soil health. The company is currently deploying its innovations in select international markets and is now preparing for a rollout in Africa.
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While specific product details were kept confidential, Tanzanian officials reacted positively to the presentation, expressing enthusiasm for technologies that align with the country’s agricultural transformation agenda. “We welcome innovative solutions that can enhance farmer productivity while promoting sustainability,” remarked a senior official from TARI after the meeting. “The initial presentation was promising, and we look forward to further technical evaluation.”
Joel Laurent, TFRA’s Executive Director, also indicated a willingness to engage in the regulatory review process and support local testing if the company moves forward with formal registration.
The U.S. representative of Green Lightning Technology, Nana Obeng Mayaresa, emphasized the company’s commitment to Africa as a vital growth market. He shared that they are in the process of rebranding their technology to better reflect their evolving offerings and dedication to regional adaptation. “We are undergoing a renaming process as part of our broader innovation strategy. While we aren’t revealing the new name just yet, our goal is to enhance service delivery and improve relevance in target markets,” Obeng stated.
As Tanzania’s agricultural sector, which employs a significant portion of the workforce, increasingly turns to science-based solutions to meet growing food demands and adapt to shifting environmental conditions, further discussions are anticipated in the coming weeks to explore formal trials and partnership frameworks.
