Potato News from Namibia

AvaGrow successfully demonstrates that the quality of Hybrid True Potato Seed (HTPS) starting material makes all the difference in Namibia
October 13, 2023

The quality of Hybrid True Potato Seed (HTPS) starting material makes all the difference in Namibia

Potato farming in Namibia is an important occupation for the country’s food security and economic development.
Potatoes continue as top import crop
July 05, 2023

Potatoes a top import crop for Namibia

Although efforts to promote the growing of potatoes in Namibia are intensifying, the production of this crop has not reached levels where imports can be reduced or stopped.
Demand for washed potatoes in Namibia not met by local supply
April 27, 2021

Demand for washed potatoes in Namibia not met by local supply

In Namibia, retailers and importing agents have spent NAD (Namibian Dollar) 120.1 million (USD 8.4 million) between 2019 and 2020 on importing washed potatoes to meet local demand.
Potato and Onion Producers Association of Namibia elects new board
July 24, 2016

Potato and Onion Producers Association of Namibia elects new board

Members of the Namibian Potato and Onion Producers Association (Popa) recently met at Tsumeb to elect a new board.
Potato Farming in Namibia (Cando Farming)
July 24, 2014

Namibia promotes local potato production

Potatoes and onions are commodities that are most frequently imported and consumed in Namibia.
Potato Shortage South Africa affects potato prices in Namibia
August 03, 2010

Potato Shortage South Africa affects potato prices in Namibia

A potato shortage in South Africa has led to potato prices in Namibia shooting up by 25 per cent over the last week. Another 25 per cent price hike is expected this week.Namibia imports more than 70 per cent of the potatoes consumed locally.Norbert Shi...
Namibia: Huge Potential for Potato Production
June 22, 2010

Namibia: Huge Potential for Potato Production

It might be news to some, but Namibia is able to grow about 30 percent of its potato requirement. Six years ago, Namibia used to produce only five percent of the potatoes consumed locally. About 70 percent of potatoes are still sourced and imported fr...

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