TANGA, Oct. 16 -- The Agricultural Seed Agency (ASA) is intensifying efforts to educate farmers on the importance of using quality seeds suited to their local environments and capable of withstanding the effects of climate change to increase agricultural productivity and strengthen food security.

The initiative is part of ASAs participation in the World Food Day celebrations taking place in Tanga Region, where visitors to its exhibition pavilion have been given an opportunity to learn about different improved seed varieties, their characteristics, suitable growing conditions and proper usage.

Speaking today during a visit to the ASA pavilion by Tanga Regional Commissioner Ambassador Dr Batilda Salha Burian, ASA Marketing Officer Suzan L...