Socio-Economic Analysis of the Tomato Market in North Tanzania

The tomato market in Tanzania is very congested with overproduction and a specific demand for a strong shell fruit. This research looks at the overall production and value chain of the tomato market in the Northern part of Tanzania. Here the research included 20 villages and 100 participant farmers. It took 3 months to accomplish this not so easy research given the area and difficulty of translation. The conclusion gives an insight of the obstacles and general problem facing the farmer and the seed producer. WorldVeg scientist Peter Hanson has acknowledged this research as very important writing: " For us the project was very significant and your study was very important. Your report sparked much internal discussion and reflection last April and you know this since you were copied on most of the discussion."