Grape Value Chain Open Day
π AITEC Dodoma, | 25 July 2025
Agenda
Taking place on July 25, 2025, this special event brings together over 150 key stakeholders from government, academia, and the private sector to explore the future of grape production and wine development in Tanzania. Hosted at the AITEC farm in collaboration with CultivAid, the day will showcase innovative models of technical training, varietal research, and nursery development supporting a resilient and competitive grape sector. Through field tours, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities, participants will gain insights into the progress and potential of the Grape Value Chain Programβhighlighting best practices, dual-season production trials, and the critical importance of investing in human capital. Join us as we celebrate a growing industry and chart a path toward inclusive, high-quality grape and wine production in Tanzania.
| π Time | π Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:00β10:00 | π¬ Arrival and Registration |
| 10:00β11:00 | β Tea, Coffee and Snacks π Welcome and Registration |
| 11:00β11:10 | π€ Opening Remarks |
| 11:10β11:20 | ποΈ Opening the Event β Regional Agriculture Office Aziza Mumba |
| 11:20β11:25 | π Introduction & Acknowledgements Aziza Mumba |
| 11:25β11:40 | π‘ Introduction of AITEC Farm & CultivAid Activities π€ Presented by David Zukerman, CultivAid Tanzania Country Director |
| 11:40β11:50 | βοΈ Ceremonial Opening of Chaula Farm π Remarks on Grapes in Tanzania |
| 12:00β12:45 | π Unlocking the Grape Value Chain π₯ Presented by the CultivAid Team |
| 12:45β14:00 | π Tour of AITEC Farm: Plots & Grape Nursery |
| 14:05β14:20 | π Greetings & Closing Remarks Dr. James Armachius, TARI |
| 14:00β15:30 | π½οΈ Lunch & π· Wine Tasting |



