Southern District Spends P11 Million On Phaphatha
Monday, September 12, 2016
Addressing a kgotla meeting in Samane/Mokhomma last week, District Chairman Mephato Reatile said the money is only spend on feeding 69, 000 workers who work on three months rotational basis annually.
The feeding scheme was introduced in 2013 as snack meal and the tenders are awarded to individuals who cater for three months on rotational basis.
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...