Tanzania, April 28 -- Mbeya. The Small Industries Development Organisation (Sido) in Mbeya Region has unveiled locally developed agricultural technologies aimed at helping farmers adopt modern tools and reduce reliance on costly imports.

The move follows growing demand for farm equipment, particularly during the planting season, which has forced many farmers to rely on hand hoes and hired labour.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday April 28, 2026, Sido Technology Development Centre workshop engineer Fredy Mapunda said the innovations are expected to reach at least 2,190 farmers across the Southern Highlands zone.

He said the initiative supports government efforts to modernise the agriculture sector by providing practical, long-term solu...