Diversified and value-added agriculture are secondary agricultural uses that re-allocate some of a farm’s productive resources, such as land, capital, farm equipment and paid labour into new activities.
Month: December 2022
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Water vital to livestock’s growth
Many farmers seem to focus more on forage or feed intake as the factor that contributes to livestock performance, however, all physiological processes responsible for intake, reproduction, growth, milk and meat production amongst others depend on water.
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Year-end introspection vital for road ahead
It is high time we review our farming models and possibly reconsider them. Before we jump onto the bandwagon of New Year’s resolutions, perhaps it is best to track our progress and determine if what you had set out for yourself has worked. Have you become a better farmer in 2022?
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Scribe turns farming pages…Nandjato finds new home in Far-Far Away Farming
Ileni Nandjato is no stranger to many, as his journalism career took him to many people’s homes and lives. Working for one of the country’s largest national daily newspapers, Namibian Sun, in the densely- populated northern areas, Nandjato proved his mettle by serving the area well.
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Opinion – New town to resuscitate economic development and growth
It might sound weird, but yes, the old car parts can be up-cycled into some of the most phenomenal and insanely creative car part furniture ideas, unknown author.
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Megatrends expected to transform the travel industry
Several powerful megatrends – from young, highly connected travellers to the arrival of electric air taxis – are expected to exert an immense influence on air travel over the next decade, forcing industry, governments and technology to adapt rapidly.
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Suspected e-commerce fraud in Namibia increases by 54%
Around 6% of electronic commerce (e-commerce) transactions originating from Namibia during the start of the festive season shopping period are suspected to be fraudulent. This represents a staggering 54% increase when compared to the same time last year.
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Aroab CDLC lauded by stakeholders
Members of the community as well as political and administrative leaders all heaped praise on the Government of Japan through its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) for handing over a first-of-its kind Community Learning and Development Centre last week at this south-eastern village.
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Crashes decline by 1.4%
Compared to last year, road crashes have declined by 1.4%, while injuries and fatalities declined by 3% and 14%, respectively, Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund CEO Rosalia Martins-Hausiku said last week.
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Govt prioritises access to social amenities
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has said promoting access to social amenities, such as health, education, water and sanitation, housing and employment opportunities have continued to be among the top priorities of government.