Govt launches strategy to improve trade
Friday, September 23, 2016
Investment, Trade and Industry assistant minister, Sadique Kebonang told journalists this week at the launch of the aid-for-trade strategy that Botswana’s level of integration remains quite minimal.
This is despite the market access opportunities for goods and services presented by various trade arrangements such as the African Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA).
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...