Fantastic Educational Visit of the students and teachers of Kiyongwile Secondary School at Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI -Ifakara)
- 2nd May, 2024 08:15
- By ABDALLAH.MPUNGA
- News
About 54 students, 32 Males and 22
females and 3 teachers of Kiyongwile Secondary School in Ifakara kilombero have
visited Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute, TARI Ifakara (katrin) with
the aim of Study tour and learning the following topics
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Principles of rice farming,
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Research being done at TARI Ifakara
·
Technologies available at TARI
Ifakara,
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How the community benefits from the
existence of institutions,
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Other activities done at TARI
Ifakara
Principles of Rice Farming:
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Pre-planting
activities: Choosing the right variety,
developing a cropping calendar, and preparing the rice field for planting.
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Growth
management: Important factors during the
growth of the rice crop include planting method, water, fertilizer, weeds, and
pests and diseases.
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Postproduction: After harvesting, the rice paddy undergoes postharvest
processes including drying, storage, and milling to ensure good eating quality
and marketability.
Research at TARI Ifakara:
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TARI Ifakara is known for making
significant contributions to rice agriculture in Tanzania.
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They conduct various training
programs such as Labour Service Providers’ Training on the Sustainable Rice
Platform standard.
Technologies Available at TARI
Ifakara:
·
TARI Ifakara apply different
technologies to produce high yield seeds such as TXD 306 (SARO 5), TARI RIC1
and TARI RIC2.
· And has introduced new technologies to support the government’s initiative to transform agriculture.
Community Benefits from TARI
Ifakara:
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Training programs and the
introduction of sustainable farming practices help in increasing agricultural
productivity and ensuring food security.
Other activities being done at TARI
Ifakara:
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TARI Ifakara collaborates with
various organizations to foster sustainable rice production and make climate
finance more accessible to support smallholder rice farmers.
·
TARI Ifakara involved in research to
develop and disseminate resilient rice varieties that meet the needs of farmers
and consumers.
This tour will provide the students and teachers with a comprehensive understanding of the agricultural research and development process, the importance of sustainable practices, and the impact of such institutions on the community and the economy. It’s an excellent opportunity for them to see how scientific research translates into practical technologies and community benefits