Today, I visited my grandmother's farm

Today, I visited my grandmother's farm, a place etched deeply in our family history. This small plot, ten kilometers from our home, sustained us for generations. We spent countless weekends here, toiling the land and harvesting crops – the very crops that paid for my education 30 years ago.
Yet, a shadow hangs over this cherished place. The farming methods haven't changed in three decades.

No extension officers visit the village, offering guidance on best practices for fertilizers, pesticides, or overall crop management. This not only impacts their harvest but also potentially threatens their health.

Adding to their struggles, a natural wonder lies dormant beneath their feet. A rock bottom, just 60 feet deep, diverts precious water flowing from Mount Kilimanjaro. Just across the border, in Kenya, our neighbors use this very water source to cultivate thriving vegetable gardens, leading to multiple harvests and a better life. My grandmothers, however, rely solely on unpredictable and scarce rainfall.
But hope blooms alongside the challenges. I believeMazaoHubcan be the catalyst for change. This innovative platform connects small farmers with agricultural experts and cutting-edge technology.MazaoHubcan equip them with knowledge on best practices, guide them towards optimal fertilizer and pesticide use, and connect them with experts who can offer invaluable support.

I am confident thatMazaoHubcavolutionize the lives of my grandmothers and countless other Tanzanian small-scale farmers. I'm eager to be part of this transformation, to witness this farm blossom into an oasis of success and prosperity.

Written by CTO and Co Founder , Adelard Josephat Urassa, MazaoHub

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