The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday hosted a one-day seminar on Dutch-Tanzania poultry knowledge exchange, aimed at improving efficiency and productivity within the country’s poultry sector.
In her opening remarks, the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Tanzania, H.E. Marjo Crompvoets, stated that the seminar was intended to connect Dutch poultry firms with their Tanzanian counterparts in an effort to advance the local industry.
“The longstanding relationship between Tanzania and the Netherlands spans over four decades, with strong cooperation in trade and agribusiness,” she said. Ambassador Crompvoets noted that the Netherlands, renowned for its innovation and sustainability in poultry farming, is keen to strengthen its partnership with Tanzania through shared expertise and practical collaboration.
“As the new Ambassador since July 2025, it is my pleasure to welcome you to this Tanzania-Dutch Poultry Knowledge Exchange Seminar,” she said. “The Netherlands' success in the poultry sector is a result of close cooperation between businesses, academic institutions and government—something we believe can benefit Tanzania as well.”
The seminar, she said, is tailored for medium and large-scale poultry farmers, offering them access to Dutch insights in areas such as feed management, poultry health, digital technologies, and processing.
Counsellor at the Netherlands Embassy, Mr Bart Pauwels, described the event as a valuable opportunity for Tanzanian farmers to learn directly from Dutch poultry companies, particularly on technical practices and innovative farming methods.
“We’ve brought in Dutch companies to share their experience and work with Tanzanian stakeholders to help transform the sector into a more efficient and profitable one,” said Mr Pauwels.
He pointed out that Tanzania holds considerable potential in poultry farming, but faces gaps in knowledge, technology, and practical experience. The seminar, he said, serves as a platform for mutual learning and growth.
“The idea is for every Tanzanian stakeholder to view poultry as a viable and promising industry, one that can contribute significantly to the national economy,” he said.Secretary General of the Tanzania Feed Manufacturers Association (TAFMA), Mr Sufian Zuberi Kyarua, commended the initiative, saying it offers an opportunity for local feed producers and farmers to enhance their knowledge and embrace sustainable farming techniques.
“This seminar opens the door for the poultry sector to scale up to the next level,” he said. “By learning from the Dutch experience, we can improve livelihoods and build a stronger, more sustainable industry.”Mr Kyarua added that the seminar would be followed by a poultry exhibition, providing a platform for farmers and stakeholders to further engage, learn about the sector’s potential, and explore solutions to existing challenges.
Zahor Abdallah Zahor, a poultry farmer from Lindi, said the seminar encourages local farmers to transition from traditional to commercial poultry farming.“It’s about changing the mindset,” he said. “Farmers need to see poultry as a business, and that requires the right knowledge, technology, and support.”
He acknowledged that while access to finance remains a challenge, there are still opportunities for growth through adoption of modern practices and collaboration with international partners such as those from the Netherlands.
The seminar follows a recent collaboration between the Netherlands Embassy and the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, which launched a poultry curriculum assessment project aimed at strengthening skills and improving productivity in the poultry industry across Tanzania.
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Netherland Ambassador to Tanzania , Honourable Excellence, Marjo Crompvoets (second left) listens tentatively to the presentations during one day seminar of poultry exchange knowledge , (second right) is the agricultural counselor of the Netherland Embassy in Dar , Bart Pauwels and first right is Theo Mutabingwa , Agricultural Advisor at the Netherland Embassy in Dar.
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