The Sikondo Green Scheme's decision to experiment with the Valour variety of potato this year was not as successful as anticipated.

The Sikondo Green Scheme in the Kavango West Region is experimenting with a new potato variety called Valor. It's the first time the scheme is trying out a different potato, and the acting farm manager said they can't wait until the spuds reach maturity. 

Green schemes like Sikondo in the Kavango West Region are proving to be vital for communities living in the surrounding area, particularly during harvesting season.

It's potato harvesting season at Sikondo, and the place is buzzing with both machines and people.

It is potato harvesting season at Sikondo Green Scheme in Kavango West, and the acting farm manager said they are expecting a large harvest. Let's have a look. 

Namibia has a shortage of seeds, and land is not freely available for seed production.

But green schemes such as Sikondo in the Kavango West Region are contributing to food security by setting aside land solely for the production of seeds.

With winter just around the corner, green schemes such as Sikondo in Kavango West are preparing to plant their winter crop starting this week.

Acting farm manager Maxwell Nghidinua says the seeds are ready, and 14 hectares are set aside to plant potatoes.