Hoping for the best but fearing the worst
Monday, October 13, 2014
There you would be almost entirely cut off from the world because the radio that you were so generously given by the government died some time ago when the batteries gave up the ghost. With no cash to buy replacements, the radio has now become a plaything for the younger children.
As a result you may believe that all is well. In Oodi, however, where I happen to live, we are positively deluged with news reports – from television, radio channels and the multitude of commercial newspapers. And what we are hearing, seeing and reading beggars belief.
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...