Shifting from ha re kgone ke COVID
Friday, July 03, 2020
If we consider the occupational structure, we find that a considerable number of our populations workers are committed in highly susceptible occupations including; small shops salespersons, labourers in construction, manufacturing and transport, domestic helpers, housekeeping, painters, street vendors, garbage collectors, restaurant service workers, and market and stall salespersons.
These workers are worse hit during the lockdown and consequently their families.
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...