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Borders Closed for 10 Fresh Produce Items in October
By: Loise Shiimi Namibia’s horticultural sector continues to meet local demand for various fruits and vegetables, leading to the closure of borders for the importation of 10 out of the 20 products on the special controlled products list from 1 to 31 October. In a notice issued on 24 September by the Namibian […]
65% of Namibian Pork Imports Came from Germany in August
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibia imported 724,174 kg of pork, primarily in the form of offal, processed, and fresh pork, to supplement local production last month. This was revealed by the Namibia Livestock and Livestock Product Board (LLPB) in its monthly statistics and commentary report for August 2024, released last week. According to the […]
Okongo Farmer Grows Over 60 Banana Trees
By: Loise Shiimi A farmer from Okongo, Elia Wanghende who has been conducting research for many years on how to grow and maintain bananas, has managed to grow 60 plantain trees on his farm. Speaking to Eagle FM, Wanghende shared that a common misconception about certain fruits, like bananas, being unsuitable for the northern […]
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 human consumption, allowing them to access the EU market. NAB Chief Executive Officer Fidelis Mwazi […]
Over 1.2 Million Namibians Face Severe 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% of Namibia’s population is experiencing severe food insecurity, a number expected to rise significantly. By […]
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 that apple production will improve once they are equipped with the necessary resources. Asser Nghipewa, […]
Drought Takes Heavy Toll on Southern Namibia’s Tourism
By: Hileni Inane The ongoing drought has severely impacted tourism activities in southern Namibia, driving tourists to seek leisure elsewhere. Last month, Simonis Storm Securities reported that the southern regions had the lowest occupancy rates in the country for July, at 56.5%, below the national rate of 59.7%. Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) […]
Fertiliser Prices Stabilise After Years of Increases, Reports First Capital
By: Justicia Shipena Fertiliser prices are finally stabilising after continuous increases since 2022, according to the latest Food Price Monitor report by First Capital. The Fertiliser Price Index has shown a consistent decline, signalling a stabilisation following the sharp price hikes experienced last year. This stabilisation is attributed to improved supply conditions, reduced demand, […]
Global Food Prices Drop in August – FAO … sugar and meat costs fall
By: Justicia Shipena Global food prices saw a slight decrease in August, driven by significant drops in sugar, meat, and cereal costs, according to a recent report from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The FAO Food Price Index, which monitors the monthly price changes of globally traded food commodities, averaged […]
Ghana Resumes Namibian Beef Imports After Long Hiatus
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus In June 2024, Ghana rejoined the list of African countries purchasing Namibian beef after a prolonged break, with some northern farmers calling the sudden stop“economic sabotage.” According to the Livestock and Livestock Board of Namibia’s July 2024 statistics, Ghana imported 22,581 kilograms of Namibian beef after a long pause. Before […]