Simiyu, Tanzania, Allocates 3,000 Acres to Irrigation Farming
Simiyu Region has allocated at least 3,000 acres to pilot irrigation farming at Mwananyili area in Busega District, in efforts to turn the newly formed region into food production hub.
The Regional Commissioner (RC), Mr Anthony Mtaka, revealed here yesterday that the irrigation project is scheduled to commence next year. He said the region aspires becoming the country's main food producer, adding that plans are already in place to realise the goal.
Busega District, according to Mr Mtaka, is the 2017 priority district for agriculture production. "We look forward to use Lake Victoria water for irrigation farming, our aim is to feed Tanzania and other neighbouring countries and this is possible because we are well prepared and determined," he assured.
The regional chief noted that currently his office is looking for an affordable irrigation model that will help to successfully execute the project.
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