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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Livestock

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Environment

Hardap Dam irrigation water supply shuts down tonight

The Hardap Dam has reached its lowest level ever at 6.3%. Starting tonight, irrigation water will no longer be available, a first since the dam was completed in 1963. Water for household use and livestock will still be supplied until February 2026. Here is the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein.       Namibia Wildlife Resort Spokesperson Nelson Ashipala says the situation at Hardap also affects […]

todayOctober 31, 2024 30

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Namibia faces cold weather

With the southern and central regions of Namibia experiencing colder weather in recent days, along with snowfall in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, we spoke to Odilo Kgobetsi from the meteorological office to find out if these weather patterns are normal and whether they are expected to persist.     Kgobetsi urged people to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions to protect their safety and the health of their […]

todaySeptember 30, 2024 51

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Bank of Namibia symposium highlights agriculture’s growth potential

The Bank of Namibia concluded its 25th Annual Symposium in Windhoek today, focusing on the theme, "Global Value Chains for Inclusive Development: How Can Namibia Position Its Agriculture Sector?" The event brought together experts and stakeholders to discuss strategies for strengthening Namibia's agricultural sector to drive inclusive growth. BoN Governor Johannes !Gawaxab, in his address, highlighted the critical role of agriculture in Namibia's economic development. He referenced a recent World […]

todaySeptember 19, 2024 49

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Climate Change threatens Namibia’s Agricultural Sector

    The agricultural sector is vital for sustaining livelihoods in Namibia but faces significant climate change challenges. Namibian farmers frequently experience adverse rainfall seasons, leading to floods, droughts, and pest and disease outbreaks. Droughts, occurring every other year with varying severity, have particularly harmed crop and livestock farmers, reducing productivity and income due to poor yields, livestock performance, and market prices.   Technical Advisor of Livestock and Rangeland from […]

todayJune 4, 2024 28

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Local

Agra celebrates triumph with PMR Africa Diamond Arrow Awards, 2024

On Tuesday, 5 March 2024, Agra Limited proudly stood in the spotlight once again, receiving prestigious accolades at the PMR Africa Diamond Arrow Awards. Recognized as setting thebenchmark in the Agriculture sector over the past year. Once again Agra's unwavering commitment to stimulating economic growth and development in Namibia earned the company five coveted Diamond Arrow Awards, namely: - Suppliers of Agricultural Equipment and Products - Agriculture (Game) - Agriculture […]

todayMarch 6, 2024 11

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17 million South Africans live on communal land – new study of a rural valley offers insights on how to manage it

Tyhume Valley in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Wonga Masiza, Author provided Wonga Masiza, Agricultural Research Council The Tyhume River, flowing from the forested Amathole Mountains in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, gives its name to a valley of 20 villages on communal land. Much of the land is being used to keep livestock, as crop production has declined over the years. This land is under the custodianship of traditional leaders. […]

todayFebruary 14, 2024 11

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Tuhafeni encourages northern farmers to start growing buffalo grass

    Okapya Livestock Development Centre Manager, Sheuyange Tuhafeni has encouraged northern subsistence cattle farmers to start growing buffalo grass for their cattle instead of buying it from commercial farmers at a high price. Tuhafeni said during a demonstration to farmers on how to plant buffalo grass at Okapya in the Nehale Lya Mpingana constituency of Oshikoto that buffalo grass is favoured by livestock and farmers lack the knowledge on […]

todayFebruary 6, 2024 37 2

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Farmers need to gain access to agricultural information

    By Erastus Ngaruka, Technical Advisor: Livestock & Rangeland Management   Agriculture is by far an economic pillar in Namibia as it directly or indirectly supports all livelihoods in the form of food, employment, and income. Besides that, agricultural production faces many challenges that are associated with climatic conditions, technology, markets, and knowledge or skills amongst others. For example, potential agricultural production in Namibia is vulnerable to climate change […]

todayJanuary 31, 2024 33

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