The priciest cut of them all
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
The basket of 11 food items used by the data agency as part of its monthly inflation calculations shows that meat prices outpaced all other foods in the 12 months to January 2020.
Statistics Botswana figures indicate that during that period, meat prices rose fastest between October and December last year, possible because supply fell after government urged farmers to destock in April to secure the little value available after yet another drought.
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...