Category: Agriculture
Opinion: Developing a Health Programme for Your Poultry Business
By: Hanks Saisai The success of any poultry production enterprise is significantly influenced by the health measures implemented by the farmer to ensure the continual safety of the bird enterprise. Many times, farmers without a health programme expose their…
The Basics: Drought Planning
By: Erastus Ngaruka The agricultural sector is fundamental to the sustenance of livelihoods in Namibia, however, it faces several challenges associated with climate change. The effects of climate change are evident as Namibian farmers have endured recurring unfavourable rainfall…
Opinion: Drought Coping Strategies for Crop Farmers
By: Hanks Saisai The 2023 – 2024 rainy season was characterised by below-average rainfall in many crop-producing regions of Namibia. These conditions have resulted in dire consequences on the food security levels of many households in rural settings and Namibia…
Opinion: Rainfall Alone Cannot Guarantee Optimal Rangeland Recovery
By: Erastus Ngaruka A rangeland refers to land inhabited by native plants (grass, forbs, shrubs and trees) and utilised by domestic and wild animals. Rangelands offer direct or indirect support to all forms of life and are the cheapest…
NAB Targets EU Export Clearance: Talks for EU Approval Ongoing
By: Justicia Shipena The Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB) is currently in discussions with the Ministry of Agriculture to secure third-country approval from the European Union (EU). This approval would certify Namibia’s agricultural exports as safe and fit for…
Agricultural Transformation Key to Ending Hunger – !Gawaxab
By: Hertha Ekandjo Governor of the Bank of Namibia, Johannes !Gawaxab, has stressed the urgent need to transform agriculture to combat hunger, reduce malnutrition, and promote economic growth. Speaking at the Bank’s 25th Annual Symposium on Thursday, he…
Over 1.2 Million Namibians FaceSevere Food Insecurity
By: Hertha Ekandjo A recent report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) paints a grim picture of Namibia’s worsening drought crisis, projecting a sharp increase in food insecurity over the coming months. Currently, more than 38%…
Low Apple Yields Linked to Poor Agro Practices and Limited Resources
By: Loise Shiimi Namibia’s apple production has been lagging, forcing the country to rely on imports to meet local demand. In July 2024 alone, Namibia imported fresh apples worth N$10.1 million, while exporting only N$300,000 worth. Farmers believe…
New EU Deforestation RegulationsTo Enhance Forest Governance
By: Justicia Shipena The introduction of the European Union’s new deforestation regulations presents Namibia with an opportunity to strengthen its forest governance, according to Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Minister Calle Schlettwein. The regulation could help advance other…
Namibian Hydrologists Attend Groundwater Congress
By: Mathias Hangala Namibian hydrologists were among the participants at the recently concluded annual Groundwater Congress held in Davos, Switzerland. The congress, themed Interacting Groundwater, is a premier international event organised under the auspices of the International…