Latest agriculture stories from around the world.
The government, through the Office of the Prime Minister, has assured grain farmers countrywide that their concerns regarding the absence of a reliable market for their products will be addressed promptly. Crop farmers in the Zambezi,…
Huíla Province in Angola is exploring the possibility of importing cattle from Namibia to enhance its livestock industry and meet the rising demand for high-quality beef. The initiative was highlighted during Expo Huíla 2026, which…
Meatco’s interim CEO Albertus Aochamub has reflected on the significance of the recent visit by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare and Deputy Minister of Agriculture Ruthy Masake to Meatco’s Windhoek Abattoir. The occasion was marked as an…
Zebaldt Ngaruka EPUKIRO – Following its year of triumphs in the country’s major agricultural shows in 2025, Okanene Brahman Stud bull ‘Pule’ has been retired, shifting focus to reproduction. The popular bull from Epukiro’s Otjiuamapeta…
The livestock industry recorded broad‑based growth in the first half of 2026, with cattle and sheep marketing showing strong momentum supported by competitive pricing and expanded live exports. Beef exports rose sharply alongside a surge…
Petrus Muronga Farmers at the Neu Sommerau Resettlement Farm on the outskirts of Kombat in the Otavi Constituency are celebrating a successful maize harvest of about 120 tonnes, despite operating under difficult conditions. The harvests,…
Zebaldt Ngaruka In a concerted effort to bolster agricultural productivity ahead of the 2026/27 rain-fed cropping season, the government, through the ministry of agriculture, has launched comprehensive preparatory activities. The…
Agriculture has long shown its ability to feed, clothe, and provide raw materials for constructing settlements and other industrial developments worldwide. As farmers try to remain resilient and profitable in their operations, it becomes…
Rarotonga’s growing white-footed ant infestation is being investigated by pest and disease specialists from the Pacific Community (SPC), who are working to understand the relationship between the ants and the sap-sucking insects…
Learners at Moses van der Byl Primary School are reaping the benefits of a vibrant school garden, which provides fresh vegetables to support student nutrition and promote practical learning. The garden initiative, aligned with the ministry…
Zebaldt Ngaruka Emerging farmer Muveri Kavari, also a renowned dog breeder from Otjingovera Plot in Omaheke region’s Epukiro constituency, says his livelihood is solely dependent on dog breeding, which he has turned into a successful…
The 22nd Aminuis Annual Agricultural and Industrial Show, held under the theme ‘Cultivating a Legacy of Excellence’, brought together dedicated farmers, agribusinesses, exhibitors, innovators, development partners and stakeholders from…
Isratech deepens support for hurricane-hit farmers at Denbigh
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. Sometimes, farmers without a health programme expose their…
Meatco, the country’s largest and leading meat processing and marketing entity, on Friday recognised and honoured Namibia’s top livestock producers at its 2025 Producer of the Year Awards, where excellence in livestock production was…
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has said Namibia is now entering a critical phase in its fight against food insecurity and malnutrition, and that this phase will see policies translated into practical strategies with clearly defined…
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has commended Agribank for the progress achieved in implementing the National Youth Development Fund (NYDF) and announced that the Bank will receive an additional N$20 million on top of the allocated N$40…
The soaring tenor voice of Cook Islands opera singer Ridge Ponini echoed across the Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) Trade Days yesterday, delighting visitors and setting the stage for another celebration of local enterprise.
Namibia’s four major farmers’ unions have launched a multi-million-dollar unified leadership campaign titled: “One Nation. One Herd. One Responsibility”, aimed at bolstering collective efforts to prevent the entry and spread of the…
As Namibia’s agricultural sector continues to serve as a vital pillar for livelihoods, food security, and rural economic development, Bank Windhoek has taken a significant step by investing in practical livestock management training to…
Meatco’s audited annual financial statements for the financial year ended 31 January 2026, recently released, reflect a year in which the entity navigated one of the most challenging operating environments in recent history. Following…
Many farming areas in Namibia have received above-average rainfall compared to previous seasons. The productivity of some rangelands has improved in some areas, although the quality of the grazing materials is still not the finest.…
Cook Islands Ministry of Agriculture is taking a precautionary approach following the detection of H5N1 bird flu in New Zealand, and may restrict poultry imports from NZ if the virus is found in domestic flocks.
Agri-workers accounted for 14 per cent of employed labour force in 2025