Joseph Isangura
Tanzania’s horticultural industry is making impressive strides with the commercial cultivation of macadamia nuts, a crop that promises to offer farmers a profitable alternative while boosting the country’s agricultural exports.
Dr. Jacqueline Mkindi, CEO of the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA), revealed that after over six years of extensive research and investment, the macadamia nut is now ready for large-scale farming in Tanzania.
TAHA’s efforts, in collaboration with strategic investors, have led to the establishment of a thriving macadamia value chain in northern Tanzania, a region well-suited for growing the crop. Dr. Mkindi shared during a press conference that this collaboration had focused on rigorous testing to ensure the crop’s commercial viability. “The macadamia crop is now ready for commercial-scale farming, thanks to years of hard work and investor funding,” she affirmed.
The introduction of macadamia nuts to Tanzania’s agricultural sector holds the promise of diversifying the country’s horticultural exports.
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The nuts are increasingly in demand globally, valued for their rich nutritional content, including healthy fats, proteins, and antioxidants. This makes macadamia farming an attractive prospect for Tanzanian farmers, who stand to benefit from a stable market for this high-value crop.
This development could lead to increased rural employment, enhanced incomes, and overall economic growth in the country. With this shift, Tanzania is poised to capitalize on a booming global market and further establish itself as a leader in the horticultural sector.
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