Mviwaarusha

Mviwaarusha Mtandao wa Vikundi vya Wakulima na Wafugaji Mkoa wa Arusha (MVIWAARUSHA) The objectives of MVIWAARUSHA include:

Strengthening farmers’ groups.

Mtandao wa Vikundi vya Wakulima na Wafugaji Mkoa wa Arusha, abbreviated as MVIWAARUSHA, is a regional network organization in Arusha region, catering for six District Councils namely Meru DC, Aruusha DC, Karatu DC, Longido DC, Ngorongoro DC and Monduli DC. The Regional Network was born out of a District Network MVIWAMO, which in spite of focusing on the Monduli DC and Longido DC, it had been inst

rumental in mobilizing the formation of MVIWAARUSHA networks in Karatu DC, Arumeru East (Meru DC) and Arumeru West (Arusha DC). In 2012, MVIWAMO with the other District Networks managed to form MVIWAARUSHA – an umbrella network of farmer groups in Arusha region. The main purpose of the network is to improve communication amongst farmers' groups in order to enhance the participation of small-scale farmers in planning, implementation/ supervision of social, economic and understanding of political processes. Mobilization of farmers’ groups to form and/or join farmers’ networks. Facilitation of communication between MVIWAARUSHA, district networks, local networks, farmers’ groups various institutions and other relevant organizations. Bringing about changes of ideas and knowledge, skills and experience on farming and livestock keeping activities.

🌱𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡🌍✍🏾5th, June 2026Every day, the environment reminds us of our respons...
05/06/2026

🌱𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡🌍

✍🏾5th, June 2026

Every day, the environment reminds us of our responsibility to nurture and protect it for the benefit of present and future generations. MVIWAARUSHA stands as a true champion, supporting this important call from nature and working tirelessly to help create a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Earth.

Today, as we celebrate World Environment Day, we call upon all people to answer the Earth's call by taking positive actions that make our world a better place. Together, through care, commitment, and environmental stewardship, we can build a greener and brighter future for all.

Happy World Environment Day!

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧🌱✍🏾𝘽𝙮: 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🗓️3𝙧𝙙 𝙅𝙪𝙣𝙚 2026Fol...
03/06/2026

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧🌱
✍🏾𝘽𝙮: 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
🗓️3𝙧𝙙 𝙅𝙪𝙣𝙚 2026

Following the highly successful FORI phase-out celebration held in Arusha, on 2 June 2026, the WEEFFECT team, TARI Selian experts, the MVIWAARUSHA Steering Committee, and project staff came together for a field visit to ongoing project activities in Arusha DC, Monduli, and Karatu districts.

During the visit, the team witnessed numerous positive results and achievements realized through the FORI project. These included well-established Farmer Service Centers, processing machinery supporting value addition, and many other impactful interventions that continue to benefit farming communities across the region.

The visit highlighted the sustainability and long-term impact of FORI's investments, demonstrating how the project's outcomes continue to strengthen agricultural development and improve livelihoods.

FORI is a project that will remain in our hearts and minds for many years to come. We extend our sincere appreciation to the European Union for its generous funding support, as well as to AgriCord, ACP, and WEEFFECT for their invaluable partnership and commitment to the project's success.
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𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞-𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭🌱✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻...
01/06/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞-𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭🌱

✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

We were privileged to be joined by our valued partners during the FORI Phase-Out Celebration, where they shared their perspectives on the positive impact and achievements of the FORI project over the years.

Their reflections highlighted the project's contribution to strengthening communities, promoting inclusive development, and empowering farmer researchers through innovative approaches and learning opportunities.

We are deeply honored by their presence, continued support, and commitment throughout the project's journey. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to nurturing and strengthening these partnerships for the benefit of our communities.

Our sincere appreciation goes to Iles de Paix, TRIAS, government institutions, and all other stakeholders whose collaboration and support have been instrumental to the success of the FORI project. Together, we have made a meaningful difference, and together, we will continue building on this legacy.
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𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲: 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭🌱✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂...
01/06/2026

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲: 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭🌱

✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

Farmer researchers have proudly shared the achievements and benefits they gained over the three years of implementing the FORI project. Among the most valuable outcomes, they highlighted the adoption of innovative research approaches, the model couples concept, and increased awareness of gender issues, which have positively transformed their lives and communities.

These successes were showcased during the FORI Project Phase-Out Celebration, where participants reflected on the project's remarkable journey and its contributions to community development.

Indeed, FORI has left an indelible mark on the community, empowering farmers with knowledge, fostering inclusive participation, and creating a foundation for sustainable growth that will continue long after the project's completion.

𝐌𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐈 𝐖𝐀 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈: 𝐓𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐊𝐮𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐮 𝐔𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐮 𝐧𝐚 𝐔𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐰𝐚 𝐌𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢 𝐰𝐚 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈🌱✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026Leo tunakutana ku...
01/06/2026

𝐌𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐈 𝐖𝐀 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈: 𝐓𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐊𝐮𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐮 𝐔𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐮 𝐧𝐚 𝐔𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐰𝐚 𝐌𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢 𝐰𝐚 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈🌱

✍🏾𝘽𝙮; 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

Leo tunakutana kuadhimisha mafanikio makubwa ya Mradi wa FORI baada ya miaka mitatu ya utekelezaji wenye mafanikio, ushirikiano, ubunifu na kujifunza pamoja na wakulima katika maeneo mbalimbali ya utekelezaji.

Huu si mwisho wa safari, bali ni fursa ya kutafakari kuhusu uendelevu wa mafanikio yaliyopatikana na urithi ambao mradi umeuacha kwa jamii. Kupitia mradi huu, wakulima wamejengewa uwezo, mbinu bora za kilimo zimeimarishwa, na ushirikiano kati ya wakulima, watafiti na wadau mbalimbali umeongezeka.

Tunatafakari namna matokeo ya mradi yataendelea kuwanufaisha wakulima na jamii kwa ujumla hata baada ya kukamilika kwa utekelezaji wake. Maarifa, ujuzi, teknolojia na mifumo iliyoanzishwa kupitia FORI ni msingi muhimu wa kuendeleza maendeleo ya kilimo na ustawi wa jamii.

Urithi wa Mradi wa FORI unaonekana wazi katika wilaya za Karatu, Monduli na Arusha DC, ambapo wakulima na watafiti sasa wana mifano halisi ya mafanikio ya kuonesha, kujifunza na kuiga. Mafanikio haya yataendelea kuwa chachu ya maendeleo endelevu kwa miaka mingi ijayo.

Kwa pamoja, tunaadhimisha mafanikio ya jana, tunathamini mchango wa wadau wote, na tunajenga matumaini ya kesho yenye maendeleo makubwa zaidi kwa jamii zetu.
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𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 – 𝐖𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭🌱✍🏾By Communication 🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026As we commemorate the successful completion...
01/06/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 – 𝐖𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭🌱

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🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

As we commemorate the successful completion of the FORI Project, we proudly celebrate our esteemed partner, We Effect, whose unwavering support and commitment to capacity building have been instrumental throughout the project journey.

Through the generous funding provided by AgriCord via We Effect, the project has achieved significant milestones in empowering farmers, strengthening local capacities, and promoting sustainable agricultural development. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to both organizations for their trust, partnership, and dedication to improving the livelihoods of farming communities.

We Effect was represented at the event by the Country Liaison Officer, Mr. Frank Ademba, and his team, who joined us in reflecting on the project's achievements and lasting impact.

The FORI Project leaves an indelible mark on the communities of Karatu, Monduli, and Arusha DC. Farmers and researchers who participated in the project now have tangible results, valuable experiences, and successful innovations that can be showcased, replicated, and emulated by others. The knowledge, skills, and partnerships built over the past three years will continue to inspire progress and contribute to sustainable development long after the project's completion.

Today, we celebrate not only the end of a project but also the enduring legacy it leaves behind for generations to come.

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞: 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧🌱✍🏾By Communication 🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂...
01/06/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞: 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
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🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

Today, MVIWA Arusha marks the successful completion of the FORI Project after three remarkable years of engagement, innovation, and close collaboration with farmers across implementation areas and farming communities.

This occasion is not about saying goodbye to the programme; rather, it is a celebration of the achievements, lessons learned, and positive changes realized throughout the project journey. It is also a moment to reflect on the sustainability, lasting legacy, and continued impact of the FORI Project on the lives of farmers and communities.

As we celebrate this milestone, we recognize the dedication of all stakeholders whose contributions have made the FORI Project a success and laid a strong foundation for future growth and development.

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐌𝐄; 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞🌱𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘤𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘖𝘙𝘐 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵✍🏾By Communication 🗓️1𝘀𝘁...
01/06/2026

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐈 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐌𝐄; 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞🌱
𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘤𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘖𝘙𝘐 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵

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🗓️1𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 2026

𝐌𝐕𝐈𝐖𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐇𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲🌱✍🏾𝘉𝘺; 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 🗓️𝖥𝗋𝗂𝖽𝖺𝗒, 29𝗍𝗁 𝖬𝖺𝗒 2026MVIWAARUSHA cont...
29/05/2026

𝐌𝐕𝐈𝐖𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐇𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲🌱

✍🏾𝘉𝘺; 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯
🗓️𝖥𝗋𝗂𝖽𝖺𝗒, 29𝗍𝗁 𝖬𝖺𝗒 2026

MVIWAARUSHA continues to serve as a center of excellence for organizations and students from universities around the world, providing valuable learning opportunities in agroecology and engagement with smallholder farmers across different sectors.

We are honored to welcome this evening a delegation from the School for International Studies at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada. The delegation was led by Dr. Jason Stearns, a professor at the university.

MVIWAARUSHA remains committed to leading and championing the legacy of supporting and working closely with smallholder farmers in Tanzania.

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Arusha
255752411592

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Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
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