SUSTAIN Pro project, in collaboration with the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) and Norad held a SRI training Feb. 12 and 20 in Kilmbero

SRI AFRICA March 11, 2026 0 Comments

As the new rice-growing season nears in the Kilombero landscape, the SUSTAIN Pro project, in collaboration with the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) @official_taritanzania, has conducted refresher training for Village Agricultural Extension Officers (VAEOs) and farmers in Itete and Njage villages on the 19th and 20th of this month. The training focused on reinforcing the […]

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Economics of Rice Irrigation Technologies in Kilombero Sub-Basin: A Case of Farming Households from Kilombero in Morogoro, Tanzania

SRI AFRICA February 17, 2026 0 Comments

The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is strongly emphasized by the Ministry of Agriculture in Tanzania to replace traditional flooding. SRI technologies have been scientifically proven to be more efficient in water use than traditional flooding (TFIT). SRI irrigation is therefore a good solution to approach climate change impacts that leads to water stresses, particularly […]

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TANZANIA / GLOBAL: Comprehensive Review of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) to Enhance Productivity and Environmental Sustainability in Rice-Producing Countries

SRI AFRICA February 12, 2026 0 Comments

Context The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is a sustainable rice cultivation method designed to enhance productivity while minimizing resource inputs. It addresses global food security and environmental challenges by improving yield, reducing water use, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in resource-constrained agricultural systems. Objective This review aims to evaluate the core principles of […]

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