Agriculture

Agriculture is the most essential sector that contributes to the National GDP and employment. Agribusiness is fundamental for economic development and the eradication of poverty.

Poultry farming might have been a favourite pastime for many farmers back in the day, but that has all changed. 

Kakunamuua Kahiha never knew that one day he would be a stud breeder of his own herd of sheep. Growing up, sheep rearing was a favourite pastime, and one in which he excelled. At the time, the family farmed with a mixed breed of Damara, Dorper and Van Rooy sheep - mainly for meat.

One common misconception in farming is that one always has to go bigger to reap the best results. My experience has taught me otherwise; it is not as clear cut as that. In any business undertaking, growing it and bringing such business into the mainstream economy is often viewed as success. I have however found that this is not necessarily the case in farming.

Goasoma lies some 45 kilometres outside Tsumkwe. The village boasts a flourishing garden that feeds the 60 San households who, before the initiative in 2017, relied largely on the unstable supply of wild berries and other field food. 

The white Brahman has been a wonder of farming for years, with many farmers excitedly breeding it in their herds for several reasons. 

Tomatoes, like potatoes, can offer the farmer handsome rewards.

The Farm Financial Management for Agripreneurs Beyond Compliance report is imperative to ensure sustainable and profitable farm enterprises. 

Livestock farmers need to constantly test their bulls for fertility in order to make sure they get the best results from their herd. This is the view of renowned veterinarian Baby Kaurivi Katunahange.

IN THIS EVER-changing world where new inventions are the order of the day and technology keeps becoming more advanced by the day, it has become crucial for farmers to get on board by empowering themselves with new skills.