DODOMA, July 22 -- SORGHUM farmers in Mpwapwa District, Dodoma Region continue to face a host of challenges that are undermining their productivity, according to key stakeholders.

Major obstacles include the effects of climate change, limited access to capital, destructive pests, particularly the Suwenje and delays in securing credit from financial institutions and government agencies.

These issues were brought to light during a Sorghum Stakeholders Forum held to explore ways of improving market access and financial opportunities for farmers.

The forum was organised by ActionAid Tanzania in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and funded by the Embassy of Ireland under the Climate Resilient Sorghum Farming Project.

Speaking...