DODOMA, Nov. 10 -- THE Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA) has handed over three tonnes of mungbean seeds to Simiyu Regional Commissioner Anamringi Macha for distribution to farmers as part of preparations for the upcoming farming season.

Speaking during the handover ceremony held in Dodoma recently, COPRAs Director of Operations and Quality Control, Mr Kamwesige Mtembei, said the seeds will be distributed to farmers free of charge.

Mr Mtembei said the COPRA will continue working closely with farmers at all stages of the crops value chain while urging them to get ready to receive quality seeds provided by the government.

“We have already handed over the seeds to the Simiyu Regional Commissioner. This is an ongo...