Tanzania horticultural exports reach 569m US dollars
The value of Tanzania's horticultural exports nearly doubled over four years, reaching 569m US dollars in 2024.
Tanzania's horticultural exports have nearly doubled in value over four years, reaching 569m US dollars in 2024, as the government works to access 14 new markets.
Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi stated that export value rose from 290.7m US dollars in 2020, with the sector growing nine to 12 per cent annually. He directed Tanzania Trade Development Authority to identify products and quality requirements for new markets.
Horticultural production increased by 15.9 per cent to 9.78 million tonnes in 2024/2025 from 8.44 million tonnes in 2022/2023. Avocado output reached 203,473 tonnes in 2025/2026, with exports valued at 255.4bn/-.
Why it mattersTanzanian farmers are directly affected by efforts to build their capacity to meet international standards and increase participation in avocado farming.