DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 22 -- A DISTINGUISHED academic, veterinary scientist and politician, Prof Peter Msolla has called for increased investment in biotechnology research, commercialisation and privatesector innovation to unlock new agribusiness opportunities, reduce production costs, create high-value jobs and strengthen the competitiveness of the agricultural sector.

Speaking during the interview with the Daily News, Prof Msolla said realising biotechnologys economic potential requires coordinated investment in research, skilled personnel, effective regulation and mechanisms to turn scientific discoveries into commercially viable products.

He said agricultural research institutions, including the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute...