The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations, established on October 16, 1945, with its headquarters in Rome, Italy. The FAO leads international efforts to combat hunger, improve nutrition, and enhance food security worldwide. Its mission includes raising levels of nutrition, increasing agricultural productivity, improving the lives of rural populations, and contributing to global economic growth through the promotion of agricultural development.

FAO collaborates with the United Republic of Tanzania to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security, and promote sustainable resource management. Tanzania, as a member nation of the FAO since its establishment in 1945, actively engages in various initiatives aimed at boosting its agricultural sector.

Agriculture plays a pivotal role in Tanzania’s economy, with key cash crops including coffee, sisal, and cashews, and staple food crops such as maize, rice, and cassava. The FAO supports Tanzania in addressing challenges related to crop production, food security, and sustainable agricultural practices.