Explore NUS

Once a regular part of everyday meals, these traditional crops, fruits and local foods became less common as markets focused on a few staple crops.

Many are highly nutritious, providing vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that support healthy, diverse diets.

Well adapted to local conditions, NUS grow even in challenging environments - valuable for climate resilience and food security.

Deeply tied to Tanzania's cultural heritage, they reflect the knowledge and food practices of communities across the country.