Botswana Urged To Exploit Research, Innovation, Technology
Monday, March 01, 2010
Head of a visiting Japanese delegation, Professor Kiyoshi Kurokawa said the country has to leverage on research, science and technology in order to drive its economy.
Kurokawa said Botswana must ensure that the implementation of its Science, Technology and Innovation policy is capable of contributing to economic growth and sustainability.
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...