MWANZA, Nov. 13 -- THE Misungwi District Council in Mwanza Region has pledged to scale up the production of horticultural and garden crops as part of efforts to strengthen the local economy and ensure adequate food supply in the region.

The commitment was made by the Misungwi Council Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Officer, Dr Chrispin Shami, during the official handover of three irrigation machines donated by the Ministry of Agriculture to support farmers in improving productivity through irrigation farming.

Dr Shami said the provision of the machines will help address the challenge of inadequate irrigation equipment, which has been affecting farmers output.

“Our goal is to see increased production of horticultural crops. M...