Firestone holds 'milestone' inaugural tender
Friday, December 03, 2010
Observers have hailed the achievement as indicative of Botswana's efforts to become a global diamond-producing, processing and marketing hub.
Firestone's efforts are expected to become significantly more successful than DiamonEx's ill-fated auction of 10, 613 carats in October 2008 that sold at a fraction of the price due to the global recession.
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...