BCF divided over constitution
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
The constitution was adopted in 2013 and states that “a member does not qualify to stand for elections if he or she has served in the committee for two consecutive terms”.
The constitution came into effect when the current committee was already in office, and the understanding from some who want to seek re-election is that the period that matters is from 2013.
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...