Africa Guardian

*50 Potential Outcomes  for Tanzania

The AGRF Food Systems Forum will take place in Tanzania in 2023. John Muchoki and John Beda will examine the potential outcomes of the Summit on agriculture in Tanzania, building on the efforts made by various stakeholders to improve the sector. The Summit seeks to advance the progress of the Malabo Declaration and prioritize agricultural development in Africa. Its focus on Tanzania’s agriculture sector is how agricuture is lifting millions of farmers out of poverty, maintaining its status as a regional breadbasket, and becoming a leading agricultural power in Africa. The Forum will also address the complex challenges of ensuring food security, promoting economic opportunities, and promoting sustainability in the agricultural business sector. By discussing and proposing solutions to these interconnected issues, the Summit aims to catalyze positive change and make meaningful progress towards a more secure, prosperous, and sustainable future for all: 

1. Increased investment in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could bring in millions or billions of dollars in new investment for Tanzania, which could, in turn, lead to increased economic growth and development, as well as improved infrastructure, technology, and other resources for the agriculture and food systems sectors.
2. Improved food security for Tanzania – This could lead to cost savings for the government and improved health outcomes for citizens as the country becomes less reliant on imported food and more able to produce enough food to meet the needs of its population.
3. Increased exports of agricultural products – This could bring in millions or billions of dollars in new export revenue for Tanzania as the country becomes more competitive in the global market for agricultural goods.
4. Creation of new jobs in the agriculture and food systems industries – This could lead to employment for thousands or tens of thousands of people in Tanzania, which could lead to increased income, improved livelihoods, and reduced poverty.
5. Improved infrastructure for the transportation and storage of agricultural goods – This could lead to cost savings for farmers and businesses and increased efficiency and productivity in the agriculture and food systems sectors, as goods can be transported and stored more efficiently.
6. Increased access to finance for smallholder farmers – This could lead to increased income and improved livelihoods for thousands or tens of thousands of smallholder farmers in Tanzania, as they are able to access credit and other forms of financial support to invest in their farms and businesses.
7. Improved access to technology and modern farming techniques – This could lead to increased productivity and efficiency for farmers, as well as increased income and improved livelihoods, as farmers are able to take advantage of new and improved technologies and practices.
8. Increased collaboration between different sectors of the agriculture and food systems industries – This could lead to increased efficiency and effectiveness in the agriculture.

9. Improved access to markets for smallholder farmers – This could lead to increased income and improved livelihoods for thousands or tens of thousands of smallholder farmers in Tanzania, as they are able to sell their products to a wider range of buyers and at higher prices.
10. Increased training and education opportunities for farmers and industry professionals – This could lead to increased skills and knowledge for thousands or tens of thousands of people in the agriculture and food systems sectors, leading to improved productivity and income.
11. Improved access to quality inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation systems – This could lead to increased productivity and efficiency for farmers and improved food security and income.
12. Increased focus on research and development in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to the development of new and improved technologies and practices in the agriculture and food systems sectors, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
13. Improved access to land for smallholder farmers – This could lead to increased income and improved livelihoods for thousands or tens of thousands of smallholder farmers in Tanzania, as they are able to access more land to cultivate.
14. Increased attention to climate change adaptation and mitigation in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased resilience and sustainability in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved outcomes for farmers and consumers.
15. Improved food safety and quality standards – This could lead to increased confidence and trust in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved health outcomes for consumers.
16. Increased access to extension services for farmers – This could lead to increased knowledge and skills for farmers and improved productivity and efficiency.
17. Improved access to affordable and nutritious food for all members of society – This could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced poverty and inequality.
18. Increased attention to gender equality and women’s empowerment in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased participation and leadership for women in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved outcomes for women and their families.
19. Improved water management in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased efficiency and effectiveness in the use of water resources, as well as improved outcomes for farmers and the environment.
20. Increased attention to animal welfare and the responsible use of animal products in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to improved animal health and welfare and increased sustainability and efficiency in the agriculture and food systems sectors.
21. Improved environmental sustainability in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to reduced pollution, deforestation, and other negative environmental impacts, as well as improved ecosystem health and resilience.
22. Increased attention to indigenous knowledge and traditional farming practices in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to the preservation and promotion of valuable cultural knowledge and practices and improved outcomes for farmers and the environment.
23. Improved food processing and value-added activities in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased income and economic development, as well as improved food safety and quality. 
24. Increased attention to food waste reduction and food loss prevention in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to reduced waste and more efficient use of resources, as well as improved food security and income for farmers.

25. Improved food labeling and traceability in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased transparency and accountability and improved food safety and quality.
26. Increased attention to health and nutrition in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to improved health outcomes for consumers and increased income and economic development for farmers and food businesses.
27. Improved food storage and distribution systems in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased efficiency and effectiveness in the distribution of food, as well as improved food security and access to affordable and nutritious food.
28. Increased attention to sustainable agriculture practices in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to improved environmental sustainability and resource efficiency, as well as improved outcomes for farmers and the environment.
29. Improved food safety and quality control systems in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased confidence and trust in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved health outcomes for consumers.
30. Increased attention to food security and nutrition in humanitarian and disaster situations could lead to improved outcomes for vulnerable populations in times of crisis and increased preparedness and resilience.
31. Improved food safety and quality assurance systems in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased confidence and trust in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved health outcomes for consumers.
32. Increased attention to food and nutrition education in schools and communities could lead to improved health outcomes for children and adults and increased knowledge and awareness about healthy eating and food systems.
33. Improved food safety and quality standards in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased confidence and trust in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved health outcomes for consumers.
34. Increased attention to food and agriculture in research and development – This could lead to the development of new and improved technologies and practices in the agriculture and food systems sectors, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
35. Improved food safety and quality control systems in the agriculture and food systems sectors – This could lead to increased confidence and trust in the agriculture and food systems sectors and improved consumer health outcomes.
36. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the tourism and hospitality industries – This could lead to improved experiences for tourists and increased competitiveness for Tanzania’s tourism sector.
37. Improved food safety and quality in the food service and catering industries – This could lead to improved outcomes for customers and increased competitiveness for businesses in these sectors.
38. Increased attention to food and agriculture in education and training programs could lead to increased skills and knowledge for people in the agriculture and food systems sectors, leading to improved productivity and income.
39. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the processing and manufacturing sectors could lead to improved outcomes for consumers and increased competitiveness for businesses in these sectors.

41. Improved food safety and quality in the transportation and logistics sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers and increased efficiency and effectiveness in food distribution.
42. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the wholesale and distribution sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers, as well as increased efficiency and effectiveness in food distribution.
43. Improved food safety and quality in the storage and warehousing sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers and increased efficiency and effectiveness in the storage and handling of food.
44. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the agriculture and food systems sectors could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers and increased competitiveness in these sectors.
45. Improved food safety and quality in the food service and catering sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for customers and increased competitiveness for businesses in these sectors.

47. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the tourism and hospitality industries – This could lead to improved experiences for tourists and increased competitiveness for Tanzania’s tourism sector.
48. Improved food safety and quality in the retail and distribution sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers, as well as increased efficiency and effectiveness in the distribution of food.
49. Increased attention to food safety and quality in the processing and manufacturing sectors could lead to improved outcomes for consumers and increased competitiveness for businesses in these sectors.
50. Improved food safety and quality in the transportation and logistics sectors – This could lead to improved outcomes for businesses and consumers, as well as increased efficiency and effectiveness in food distribution.