TR
Initialising Portal
Economic Pillar
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Strategic Overview
Agriculture is the foundation of Tanzania's economy, contributing 26% to the GDP and providing employment to roughly 75% of the workforce. The country possesses 44 million hectares of arable land, yet only 33% is currently under cultivation.
Coffee
Export
Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, Ruvuma
Primarily Arabica in high altitudes and Robusta in Bukoba. Most is sold through the Moshi Auction.
Cashews
Export
Mtwara, Lindi, Pwani
Tanzania is a top global producer. Government focus is now on local processing rather than raw nut exports.
Horticulture
High Value
Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Njombe
The fastest-growing sub-sector (flowers, vegetables, fruits) utilizing cool climates and air-freight via JRO.
Sisal
Industrial
Tanga, Morogoro
Once the world leader; seeing a resurgence for use in construction materials and biogas.
Land Tenure for Foreigners
1
Derivative Rights
Foreigners cannot own land 'outright'. Instead, they obtain a Derivative Right from the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC). This is essentially a long-term lease for investment purposes, typically for 33, 66, or 99 years.
2
TIC Facilitation
To qualify for agricultural land, the project must be registered with TIC. The minimum investment for foreigners is $500,000. TIC acts as the 'Land Bank' to identify suitable land for investors.