It is high time we review our farming models and possibly reconsider them. Before we jump onto the bandwagon of New Year’s resolutions, perhaps it is best to track our progress and determine if what you had set out for yourself has worked. Have you become a better farmer in 2022?
Author: Charles Tjatindi (Charles Tjatindi )
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Scribe turns farming pages…Nandjato finds new home in Far-Far Away Farming
Ileni Nandjato is no stranger to many, as his journalism career took him to many people’s homes and lives. Working for one of the country’s largest national daily newspapers, Namibian Sun, in the densely- populated northern areas, Nandjato proved his mettle by serving the area well.
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Women farmers hold their own in a male- dominated sector
In recognition of the immense role women play in agriculture, we feature four women farmers who are amongst those who have taken farming to new heights. Not only have they ventured into unique modes of farming, but their back stories are filled with awe and inspiration.
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Conquering agricultural challenges on a donkey cart
Maria Shikalepo takes one last look at her orders of poultry products before carefully loading them onto her trusted transport, and neatly putting each box down to avoid breakage. This is something she does daily before setting off to sell her products.
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Village vet goes global…animal doctor uses technology to reach out to farmers
Veterinarian Israel Meunae Kaatura has a passion for serving the community. For years, he has been going over and above the call of duty to assist farmers who would call him at odd hours for urgent diagnoses on their livestock.
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Farmers’ Kraal with Charles Tjatindi – Weekend farming can work if done right
Part-time farmers are often faced with tough decisions to make regarding their farming enterprises. The farming mode or type, location of the farm or village – and most importantly the choices of human resources that would drive operations in your absence are all worries that make for sleepless nights.
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Farmers’ Kraal with Charles Tjatindi – Learn to count your losses and move on
In our quests to make it as farmers and prove our salt’s worth, we may stumble and fall; it is perfectly normal. Mind you, the quest is no longer just about becoming a farmer, it is now all about ‘agripreunership’.
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Farmers’ Kraal with Charles Tjatindi – Numbers still rule the roost in agriculture
Do not believe the hype about how numbers or quantity is not important in farming. This is a trap, especially if you are an emerging farmer.