Namibia: Small-Scale Farmers Beat the Odds, Up Production

Windhoek — Despite massive odds, particularly given the current drought and consecutive droughts since 2012, Namibian small and medium-scale producers have markedly increased their supply of fruit and vegetables to traders.

The value of formally marketed local produce increased from N$195.435 million to N$235.832 million between February 2015 and February 2016 and emphasises the important role these producers play in providing food for people.

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