Meatco will construct an auction kraal at Eiseb 10 for farmers in the area.

This was revealed by the company's Chief Executive Officer, Mwilima Mushokobanji, who is on a familiarization visit to Eiseb Block and Gam areas to meet with farmers.

The auction kraal, worth N$900,000, is expected to be completed in two months.

Eiseb and Gam have the best quality livestock, according to Mushokobanji, with international market potential.

He stated that farmers should no longer travel long distances to sell their cattle.

Meatco requires the community to identify the best location close to the water points.

The kraal will be constructed in phases as the community's needs increase.

Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate welcomed the construction of the auction kraal.

Meatco has the obligation of promoting and coordinating the interests of livestock producers while striving for the stabilization of the red meat industry in the national interest.

Meatco needs 60,000 cattle to break even.

From 2010 to date, Meatco has slaughtered 800,000 head of cattle.

It is critical to establish an efficient chain to ensure that the farmer reaps the maximum benefits.