Fertilizer manufacturers and suppliers in Tanzania have been urged to ensure the proper maintenance and timely submission of accurate production data to the Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA).
The directive aligns with the legal requirements stipulated in the Fertilizer Act No. 9 of 2009 and its accompanying regulations.
The call was made on May 28, 2025, by TFRA’s Acting Manager for Fertilizer Production and Environmental Promotion, Ms. Getrude Ng’weshemi, during the opening of a one-day training session held in Dar es Salaam.
According to Ng’weshemi, the training aimed to equip participants with the necessary skills to correctly fill in and submit production data through the designated digital system.
The collected data is vital in improving monitoring efforts and supporting sustainable planning in Tanzania’s fertilizer sector.
"Accurate data is not only a legal requirement, but also a critical tool for making informed decisions, tracking industrial progress, enhancing accountability, and planning sustainable production strategies," she emphasized.
During the training, Mr. Charles Alex, a Quality Control Officer from TFRA’s Registration and Licensing Unit, stressed the importance of business registration.
He explained that registered operations make it easier to trace and monitor fertilizer products manufactured and used across the country.
Meanwhile, TFRA’s Business Officer, Mr. Godwin Tumaini, facilitated a practical session where participants were guided step-by-step on how to correctly fill out the official production data submission forms.
Participants commended TFRA for its efforts to build their capacity and provide both legal and operational guidance for managing production activities.
They pledged to work closely with the Authority to ensure timely and accurate data submission.
Concluding the session, Ng’weshemi urged all participants to adhere strictly to the legal obligations regarding data submission. She highlighted that doing so is essential to driving sustainable growth and improving the overall efficiency of the fertilizer sector in Tanzania.
