LINDI, Aug. 12 -- TANZANIA Bureau of Standards (TBS) has reminded farmers to follow extension officers guidance to ensure public health and prevent diseases from agricultural inputs.

TBS Southern Zone Manager, Mr Abel Mwakasonda, gave the advice over the weekend at the Nane Nane Farmers Exhibition at Ngongo grounds in Lindi.

“Farmers are trained by extension officers in the fields or gardens on the correct use of agro-chemicals, including the required waiting periods before the chemicals lose their strength,” he said.

This ensures that when the crops are harvested and sold to consumers, the products are safe and do not cause harm.

“Our call from TBS is for farmers to follow the instructions of extension officers beca...