Livestock farmers are set to benefit from stronger cooperation between the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries and the Ministries of Agriculture and Water, aimed at ensuring better access to water and feed for their animals.
Deputy Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Ng’wasi Kamani, announced the initiative on January 8, 2026, while speaking to farmers at the Ndala Livestock Market in Nzega, Tabora Region.
“Working alone will not allow us to achieve long-term results. The President has directed that over the next five years, we pursue sustainable progress. That is why the Ministry is coordinating with Agriculture and Water to ensure farmers get real benefits on the ground,” Kamani said.
Through this collaboration, farmers will access water for their livestock via government irrigation schemes and large-scale water projects.
While these major projects are under construction, the ministry is also introducing short-term solutions, including drilling deep wells to provide immediate water access for livestock across the region.
On feed, Kamani encouraged farmers to buy seeds from government farms at subsidized prices. He assured them that these seeds will produce abundant, high-quality fodder, enough to cover the areas they plan to cultivate, making it easier and more affordable for farmers to sustain their herds.
This joint effort marks a major step toward improving the daily lives of livestock farmers, ensuring that water and feed challenges are addressed both immediately and in the long term.
