Keorapetse Scolds Gov't On Low Agric Output
Monday, February 10, 2020
He said this when commenting on a motion that was tabled by MP for Sefhare-Ramokgonami, Kesitegile Gobotswang seeking to request government to review the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agricultural Development (ISPAAD).
The review is to allow subsistence farmers the option of row planting, broadcasting or a mixture of the two planting methods taking into account the critical shortage of agricultural implements and an increasingly erratic rainfall pattern.
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...