Agriculture

Namibian livestock producers called on the country’s government to seriously consider the creation of two independent Meatco entities that would service producers north and south of the country’s Veterinary Cordon Fence (VCF). 

It will be nothing but top genetics, exceptional temperament, and supreme quality on display at today’s Uhuru Production Auction at the Agra/Bank Windhoek Ring in Windhoek, which will see topmost Bonsmara, Brahman and Simbra bulls and females all going under the hammer. 

Over 46% of wheat producers in the Kunene and Erongo regions have no access to formal markets where they can trade and market their products, which has left them with no choice but to sell their produce for literally peanuts. 

Small livestock producers in Namibia are faced with significant livestock health challenges, mostly associated with parasitism or parasite infestations. 

In a remarkable display of its unwavering commitment to the Namibian farming community, Agra, a stalwart in the nation’s agricultural sector for 43 years, has opened its new Okahao branch. 

The drought situation in the communal areas of Okakarara, Omatako, Tsumkwe, and Okahandja constituencies is getting worse and farmers continue to call for government’s interventions. 

//Kharas regional governor Aletha Frederick has hailed the positive impact and growing influence of the recent Berseba goat expo, which saw southern farmers showcase their animals and other products. 

Following a drooping battle with depression, anxiety and substance abuse, 27-year-old Magdelana Jose has managed to defy all odds and the stigma that comes with mental health challenges, and is now a thriving small-scale vegetable farmer.

Namibian export approved abattoirs now have a golden opportunity to make inroads into the lucrative Middle East market. 

Hundreds of local commercial livestock producers are in trouble with the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) for failing to honour their output VAT on time, while others just did not pay up.