KAGERA, Oct. 10 -- COFFEE remains one of Tanzanias important cash crops, supporting thousands of farming households while contributing to employment, household incomes and foreign exchange earnings. In regions such as Ruvuma, Kagera and Kilimanjaro, the crop plays a significant role in the agricultural economy. Its contribution depends not only on production, but also on quality, processing, investment and access to competitive markets.

The importance of coffee extends beyond the farms where it is grown. Processing, transportation, packaging, marketing and export generate economic activity and create opportunities for businesses and workers. Investment can also help farmers access improved seedlings, modern farming technologies, extensio...