Agriculture
Explore the latest news in Namibia's agriculture sector. The Brief covers farming innovations, policies, and market trends shaping the agricultural landscape.
National dam levels dip slightly as dry season sets in
Namibia’s national dam storage levels have declined slightly, with total surface water now standing at 1,343.391...
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Namibia’s cattle marketing drops by 58% in Q1 2025
The number of cattle marketed in Namibia dropped by 58% in the first quarter of 2025,...
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Windhoek to train 300 gardeners as part of new urban food strategy
The City of Windhoek has announced plans to train up to 300 backyard gardeners by 2026...
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Namibian farmers supply 56% of domestic vegetable demand
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani says Namibian farmers currently meet 56%...
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Namibia lifts ban on maize seed imports from South Africa
The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform (MAWLR) has announced the immediate lifting of...
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The potential in organizing Namibia’s poultry producers to enhance local production
By Hanks Saisai According to the Namibian Poultry Producers’ Association (PPA), the Namibian poultry industry ‘s...
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Farmer unions oppose reappointment of former Meatco CEO
Three national farmer unions have formally opposed the reappointment of former Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco)...
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Govt spends over N$100 million in livestock subsidies
The government has disbursed N$101,017,803 to 23,203 farmers under the Livestock Marketing Incentive Programme, according to...
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Livestock market rises 12% in April, still down 65.2% year-on-year
Namibia's livestock sector recorded a 12.0% month-on-month increase in market activity in April 2025, according to...
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Agribank shifts strategy to boost communal farming finance
Agribank is moving towards a new business model that places innovation, inclusivity and relevance at the...
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