RedLocust

Tanzania

Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Cooperatives

United Republic of Tanzania

Tanzania is an East African country located on the Indian Ocean. It is bordered by Kenya and Uganda to the north, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west, Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique to the south, and the Indian Ocean to the east. Tanzania is known for its diverse geography, which includes the plains of the Serengeti, the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro (the highest mountain in Africa), and the tropical island of Zanzibar.

Tanzania’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, which employs a significant portion of the population. Major crops include coffee, tea, cotton, cashew nuts, and tobacco. The country is also rich in natural resources, including gold, diamonds, and natural gas.

In Tanzania, knwn outbreak areas for Red Locusts include Lake Rukwa Valley, Ikuu-Katavi Plains, Malagarasi Basin, Bahi Valley, and Wembere Plains.

In Tanzania, recognized outbreak areas for Red Locusts include Lake Rukwa Plains, Ikuu-Katavi Plains, Malagarasi Basin, Bahi Valley, and Wembere Plains.

Host Ministry

The Ministry of Agriculture of the United Republic of Tanzania is a crucial government body tasked with leading the agricultural sector. Its mission is to deliver high-quality agricultural and cooperative services, create a favorable environment for stakeholders, enhance the capacity of local government authorities, and facilitate the effective contribution of the private sector to sustainable agricultural production, productivity, and cooperative development.