JAMES MSASA JAMES MSASA
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Topics: Soil Health, Food/Nutrition, Transportation, Trade (Commodities), Ag Africa,

Tanzania, a vibrant country in Africa, is in dire need of robust support from the private sector to revitalize its infrastructure. This transformation is essential, stretching from bustling towns to the charming villages where much of the country's agricultural production takes place. By improving these vital connections, we can significantly boost food production and ensure that nutritious supplies reach diverse regions around the globe. Picture a scooter loaded with aromatic white cardamom, valued at 28000$. As it navigates the rugged terrain, the impact of continuous heavy rainfall is painfully evident—the roads are riddled with potholes and uneven surfaces, a testament to nature’s relentless force. The journey, meant to connect farmers with markets, becomes a struggle against the elements.

Transport challenges of goods in Tanzania from interior parts.

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03/25/2025 SOURCE: www.agproud.com

Declining Agricultural Representation in Idaho’s Legislature Idaho’s legislature has seen a steep decline in members with agricultural backgrounds, dropping from 50% in 1985 to around 20% today. This shift reflects broader national trends, where urban influence is growing, and farmers face greater challenges getting elected due to time, money, and aggressive political campaigns. Though legislators unfamiliar with agriculture are often willing to learn, their ideologies can sometimes impede progress on critical issues like water management and livestock inspection fees. Experts urge farmers and ranchers to engage directly with legislators, offering farm tours and building relationships to ensure agriculture’s concerns are represented and understood in policymaking.

Number of farmers and ranchers serving in legislature declining

Are your state representatives farmers or ranchers? Does your state senator come from a career in ag? Does anyone from your legislative district even have ties to production agriculture? According to Doug Jones, state representative from 1985-2005, for the 2025 session, he counts around 20 members of both houses as agriculturalists.

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