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Investment boost to Tanzanian cocoa and coffee set to make it a significant player in the sector

Corus International has announced that it has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) and the Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA) to boost the country’s coffee and cocoa production

,   and  Anthony Myers
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Image shows representatives of Corus International and the TCB signing the MOUs to boost the country's production of cocoa and coffee
Representatives of Corus International and the TCB sign the MOUs to boost the country's production of cocoa and coffee. Image: Corus International

The ambitious plan outlined by the faith-based organisation that unites a range of nonprofits and businesses aims to mobilize $30 million (81 billion TZS) to increase Tanzania’s annual coffee production from 80,000 metric tons to 300,000 metric tons and cocoa production from 14,490 metric tons to 80,000 metric tons by 2030. 

As coffee and cocoa production in Tanzania increases, so too will farmers' incomes, industry players, and regional and national revenue.

Continued growth

Tanzania’s cocoa industry is also poised for continued growth, driven by quality improvements, sustainable practices, and expanding global demand for ethically sourced cocoa. Ongoing investments in farmer training, infrastructure, and market access are expected to bolster the sector’s resilience and competitiveness.

This latest groundbreaking initiative is part of a broader collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture and Corus International, spearheaded by Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon Hussein Mohamed Bashe, to design and implement national strategies for coffee and cocoa production.

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The collaborators will leverage their expertise to tackle key challenges in securing market access, starting with supporting the government’s compliance efforts with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). 

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This includes analyzing production processes and marketing channels for these two high-value crops. A critical step in this initiative is ensuring traceability from farm to port by registering farmers, mapping their plots, and assessing the risks of deforestation and environmental sustainability.

By enhancing productivity and meeting international market standards, this effort aims to elevate Tanzanian coffee and cocoa as competitive, high-quality products on the global stage. Additionally, it seeks to create opportunities for value addition while driving employment growth, particularly for women and young adults.

About Corus International

Corus International brings nearly four decades of expertise in enhancing coffee and cocoa production at national levels worldwide, and is recognized for building partnerships that empower farmers, promote sustainability, and drive long-term economic growth in underserved regions.

Highlighting the importance of the collaboration with Corus International, Mahmoud Bah, Chief Operating Officer of Corus International, said: “This partnership with the Government of Tanzania in general and the Ministry of Agriculture in particular is a significant milestone in advancing Tanzania’s coffee and cocoa sectors. We are proud to work with COPRA and TCB to drive sustainable growth and elevate these crops to global prominence.”

Tanzania cocoa production overview

As of 2023, Tanzania exported cocoa beans valued at approximately $26.8 million, positioning it as the 24th largest exporter globally.  The Morogoro Region stands out as the nation’s cocoa hub, where about 20% of farmers engage in cocoa cultivation. This region contributes a substantial portion of the country’s cocoa output, with a significant emphasis on organic farming practices.

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