The National Agriculture and Export Conference brought together stakeholders to urge Namibia's agricultural sector to attract more investment, boost local production, and reduce reliance on food imports.
Namibia's livestock industry could lose an estimated N$1,6 billion in revenue in the final quarter of 2026, if the current Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) restrictions continue.
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has called on farmers and livestock owners to refrain from unauthorised vaccinations.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform says it could soon ease FMD restrictions to address meat-related commodity shortages.
Restrictions on animal movement have affected abattoirs, auction markets, traders in livestock products, transport and logistics, and live exports.
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani has commended private experts for their efforts to combat foot-and-mouth disease (FMD).
However, appointment letters were returned for clarification on the terms of voluntary service, duration, and liability before approval.
|Khomas Region is exploring Serbia's agricultural experience and technical expertise as it looks at ways to strengthen local production, skills development and value addition.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani says the government has availed N$70 million to the Agronomic Board of Namibia to purchase surplus maize from local farmers following a good harvest.
Nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining livestock health and supporting efforts to combat Foot-And-Mouth Disease (FMD).
Feedmaster Technical Advisor Frank Kanguatjivi highlighted this during an interview with NBC News.
Nine diplomats accredited to Namibia presented their letters of credence to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Windhoek today, reaffirming their countries' commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
Up to 393 workers of Beefcor Meat Suppliers could be affected by proposed retrenchments following the suspension of beef exports, livestock movement, and slaughtering owing to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak.
