8th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC)

6 - 8 June 2022. 8th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC)

There is compelling evidence that Tanzania is already experiencing the negative impact of climate change. Changes in precipitation patterns, rising temperatures, and extreme weather events pose an increasing threat to the country’s economy. The agricultural sector is at the forefront in experiencing climate change’s brutal impact. The sector’s heavy reliance on rainfall and natural resources intensifies its vulnerability and further complicates the country’s efforts to improve sector productivity.

In line with the Global and National Agenda on Climate Change 2021, the theme of the 8th AAPC, “Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Policies in the Crops, Livestock, and Fisheries Sector,” intends to further emphasize the importance of the Climate Change agenda to the Tanzanian economy. The conference convened over 250 participants from academia, research institutions, policy and advocacy groups, and development practitioners from Tanzania and beyond to discuss the theme of this year’s conference.

The conference implemented a hybrid model with 150 people participating physically and more than twice this number joining virtually. The 8th AAPC will observe strict COVID-19 protocols.

06/06/2022 Extract of the programme

• An Overview of the Annual Agricultural Policy Conferences and Progress Made in Agricultural Policy Reforms Mr. Audax Rukonge 
• A Reflection on This Year’s AAPC Theme: “Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Policies in the Crops, Livestock, and Fisheries Sector.” Prof. David Nyange 
• Remarks From the Private Sector Dr. Jacqueline Mkindi 
• Testimonies From Youth-led Agribusinesses on the Impacts of Climate Change Ms. Carol Ndosi Lucas Malembo Revocatus Valery Kimario 
• A Short Documentary on Climate Change, its Impact, Mitigation, and Adaptation 
• ASPIRES Tanzania A Short Documentary on Tanzanian Youth in Agriculture

07/06/2022 Extract of the programme

Thematic Area 1: Enhancing Efficiency in Water Management for Agriculture 

•  Adaptation to Climate Variability in Tanzania: Diversifications of Irrigation into Micro-irrigation and Micro-dams - Prof. David Nyange 
•  Rainwater Harvesting in Tanzania and Lessons Learned - Prof. Henry Mahoo 
•  A Synthesis of Water Rights and Land Rights in Irrigation Schemes in Tanzania - Dr. Wilbert Kapinga 
•  Panel Discussion: Adaptation to Climate Variability in Tanzania Through Irrigation

Thematic Area 2: Research and Seed Systems Adaptation 

• Establishing Demand for Land for Private Sector Seed Companies - Mr. Bob Shuma 
• Opportunities and Challenges in Seed Systems: Perspectives of a Private Seed Company in Tanzania - Dr. Mary Mgonja 
• Private Seed Research and Value Chain: A Case for Horticulture - Mr. Harald Peters Panel 
• Discussion: Addressing Seed Availability, Access, Utilization, and Sovereignty

SPECIAL SESSION: Nutrition, Resilience, and Vulnerability (special attention to youth and women) 

• The Impact of Climate Change on Nutrition: A Cross-Country Experience - Boitshepo Bibi Giyose 
• Food System Transformation in the Context of Climate Change - Ms. Sophie Tadria 
• Addressing Climate Change Vulnerability to Food and Nutrition Insecurity: MNAP-II Strategic Intervention - Mr. Luitfrid Peter Mnally 
• Panel Discussion: Nutrition, Resilience, and Vulnerability - Dr. Reuben Sessa Dr. Hadijah Mbwana Hon. Neema Lugangira

Thematic Area 3: Soil Health Management 

• Application of SAGCOT Inclusive Green Growth For Sustainable Agri-business Growth - Mr. John Banga Nakei 
• Mobile Soil Testing Lab: Experiences and Lessons Learned in Tanzania - Dr. Mshindo Msolla 
• Acid Soils Management: Situational Analysis and Prospects for Solving the Problem - Dr. Liston Njoroge 
• Environmental Concerns in Relation to the Expanding Avocado Industry in Tanzania - Mr. Vincent Akulumuka 
• Panel Discussion: Soil Health Management for Climate Change Adaptation 

Thematic Area 4: Facilitating Water, Pasture, and Feed Availability for Livestock and Climate Resilience 

• The Need for the Establishment of the Livestock Infrastructure Development Unit - Prof. David Nyange 
• Pasture and Rangeland Management: Lessons from the Wildlife Sector - Dr. Julius Keyyu 
• The Impact of Climate Change on Fisheries and Aquaculture (Blue Economy) of Tanzania - Dr. Mathew Silas 
•  Panel Discussion: Facilitating the Availability of Water, Pasture, and Feed for Livestock 

Thematic Area 5: Leveraging Storage, Value Addition, Markets, and Trade for Enhanced. Farmers’ Income and Jobs Creation 

• Shared Marketing Facilities for Regional Food Trade - Dr. Anselm P. Moshi 
• Promotion of Soybean as a Nutritious Food, Livestock Feed, and Edible Oil in Tanzania - Dr. Frederick Baijukya 
• Panel Discussion: Reduction of Post-Harvest Losses Leading to Less Demand on the Environment