Growing fruit trees can be a very rewarding business venture; however, it requires farmers to possess essential knowledge and understanding to profitably grow trees of high value.
Agriculture
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Communal farmers receive recognition
Communal farmers, Wilson Tjirare, Godfried Zemburuka and Frenfriedt Karipata, emerged victorious at the recently held Agra 2023 Weaner Championship Series.
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Split Meatco into two entities – farmers
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).
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Quality, top genetics at today’s Uhuru auction
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.
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46% of wheat producers lack access to market …Kunene, Erongo most affected
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.
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Understanding parasites affecting goats, sheep
Small livestock producers in Namibia are faced with significant livestock health challenges, mostly associated with parasitism or parasite infestations.
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Agra opens new branch at Okahao
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.
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Farmers bemoan slow drought relief
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.
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Berseba goat expo vital for southern farmers
//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.
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Breaking Beariers- Magdelana Jose: Farming helped me overcome mental health challenges
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.