2026-09-16
Wakulima Tunduru wapongeza mfumo wa stakabadhi ghalani wauza mbaazi za bilioni 1.22
Through a single auction using the TMX digital system, farmers in Tunduru sold 867,307 kg of pigeon peas for Sh1,412 per kg, totaling approximately Sh1.22 billion. This fourth auction, held in Kidodoma, Nampungu Ward, strengthened the warehouse receipt system, connecting farmers with competitive buyers and providing prompt payments within about two days.
Community DevelopmentKidodoma, Nampungu Ward, Tunduru District
The Ruvuma Regional Secretariat news source reports that 867,307 kilograms of pigeon peas were sold for Sh1,412 per kilogram through the TMX digital system in a single auction, totaling approximately Sh1.22 billion. This sale reportedly empowers farmers in Tunduru in the market.
According to the source, this fourth auction took place in Kidodoma, Nampungu Ward, and has enhanced the warehouse receipt system. This system connects farmers with competitive buyers, moving away from reliance on estimated prices.
Issa Haji Issa, a farmer from Kidompo AMCOS, stated that the price has offered farmers relief and transparency in sales, as reported by the source. The source adds that payments are received within approximately two days, which Issa said enables farmers to plan their use of their earnings.
Kais Rashidi Makolela, Vice Chairman of TAMCU LTD, called on businesspeople to increase their participation in auctions. As reported by the source, he hopes this increased participation will continue to provide farmers with beneficial prices through competition.
This information is relevant as it highlights successful agricultural practices and market mechanisms directly impacting farmer livelihoods in Tunduru District. Such developments can inform community development initiatives and economic empowerment programs. This is TCDI context, not a statement by the source, and does not mean TCDI took part in what is reported.
Automatically prepared from the cited official source; not individually reviewed by a TCDI editor.
