Farmers urged to boost productivity for food security

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The Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Ruth Masake has reminded farming communities about the importance of strengthening agricultural productivity to enhance food security, create jobs and build resilient communities.

Green schemes boost communities in Kavango West

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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.

Potato harvest underway at Sikondo Green Scheme

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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. 

Indonesia offers support for Kalimbeza Rice Project

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Indonesia has expressed interest in assisting the government of Namibia to maintain the Kalimbeza Rice Project in the Zambezi Region.

Recently, news circulated about the dire state of the Kalimbeza rice project, highlighting mismanagement as a contributing factor.

Kavango East Governor: Namibia can learn from Zimbabwe’s agriculture

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The Governor of the Kavango East Region, Hamunyera Hambyuka, stated that Namibia has much to learn from Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector, particularly in adopting agribusiness models that support successful farming, poverty reduction, and employment creation.

Namibia, FAO partner to boost resilience amid climate and food crises

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In the face of increasing climate threats and a lack of food, Namibia has taken a decisive step to protect its most vulnerable communities.

The UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation and the government partnered to take urgent action to build resilience in the hardest-hit regions.

Agriculture Minister urges farmers to adopt modern practices

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The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, has encouraged farmers to embrace new farming practices that will help realise the full potential of Namibia’s agricultural sector.