Forestry Warns Of �Disastrous� Veldt Fires
Monday, August 14, 2017
Gabagomotse Mafoko, acting deputy director of the department said the fire season is anticipated to have high risk of uncontrollable firebreaks due to heavy rains experienced early this year.
“We want to avoid a re-occurrence of the 2008 scenario where we lost 13 people, five of which were fire fighters. It could get worse this year.
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...