On 26 October 2023, there was a follow-up meeting for the Ifakara-Kilombero Food Hub with support from SUA and HELVETAS. The meeting was officiated by the Ifakara Town Council Agricultural, Livestock and Fisheries Officer (TALFO) on behalf of the Town Executive Director (TED). In his speech, the TALFO emphasised the importance of farmers and other stakeholders in the food value chain in Ifakara coming together and having a platform (Food Hub) to discuss different challenges faced and look at ways and opportunities to tackle the challenges. A total of 32 members attended the meeting representing farmers, pastoralists, fish farmers, processors, consumers, researchers, policymakers, millers, government extension officers, input suppliers, agro-dealers and media (Pambazuko radio), just to mention a few.
