Trade in vegetables booming
Friday, May 15, 2009
FRANCISTOWN: It is harvest time in Botswana and people at masimo (farmalands) are reaping the fruit of their sweat.
In Francistown and other urban centres, vegetable farmers are laughing all the way to the bank as demand for their produce is at an all time peak.
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...