A Crisis That Demands Decisive Action
Monday, July 06, 2020
It is the manner in which the crisis unfolded, which has stocked anger amongst locals.
When the first signs of a looming shortage surfaced, the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology and Energy Security permanent secretary, Mmetla Masire was defiant, maintaining there was no crisis.
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...