Tag: Agriculture Policy
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Botswana Prohibitions After Suspected FMD Cases Declared
Background: What sparked the prohibitions Botswana has stepped up safeguards after the suspected presence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in livestock herds in the Masunga District. While the disease has not yet been confirmed, authorities acted quickly to limit spread and protect both cattle and smallstock producers, as well as export markets that rely on Botswana’s…
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Botswana Imposes Bans and Biosecurity Measures After Suspected FMD Cases
Overview: A Nation on High Alert Botswana has announced a package of prohibitions and enhanced biosecurity measures after officials reported suspected cases of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in livestock in the Masunga District. While confirmation from veterinary authorities is still pending, the move reflects a precautionary stance aimed at protecting Botswana’s vast cattle and wildlife sectors,…
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Botswana Enacts Prohibitions as Suspected Foot-and-Mouth Disease Cases Emerge
Overview: A Rapid Response to Suspected FMD Botswana has activated a set of prohibitions and containment measures following the reported suspicion of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in livestock within the Masunga District. Authorities say swift action is essential to prevent spread to neighboring herds, farms, and trade partners. The situation underscores the ongoing need for vigilant…
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Biosecurity, Trade Disruptions And Climate Variability Defined SA Agriculture In 2025
Overview: A Sector in Transition South African agriculture in 2025 emerged from crisis into a phase of cautious recovery, shaped by three enduring forces: biosecurity challenges, shifting trade dynamics, and pronounced climate variability. During the Nedbank Agriculture Webinar held on 28 January, Dr. Tracy Davids laid out a nuanced portrait of how farms, markets, and…
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Court Forces Government to Prioritize Local Rice as Duty-Free Imports Begin Within 30 Days
Judicial Ruling Pushes for Local Rice first amid Duty-Free Imports A Kenyan court has ordered the government to secure a substantial share of locally produced rice before enabling duty-free imports, setting a tight 30-day window for the domestic purchase. Justice Edward Muriithi ruled that the government must begin by prioritizing local rice procurement as it…
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Court Orders Government to Buy Local Rice Before Duty-Free Imports
Overview of the Court Ruling A Kenyan court has mandated a structured approach to importing duty-free rice, setting a strict 30-day window for the government to prioritize purchases of locally produced rice. The decision, issued by Justice Edward Muriithi, directs the Importing Authority to facilitate the importation of 254,000 metric tonnes of duty-free rice in…
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TADB hailed for supporting livestock, fisheries development
Tanzania continues to push for stronger growth in its livestock and fisheries sectors, with government leaders praising the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) for its pivotal role in supporting farmers, fishers, and related industries. A recent meeting between the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Ambassador Dr. Bashiru Ally Kakurwa, and TADB’s Managing Director underscored a…
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OPM Owes Namibian Producers N$28.1 Million, Meatco Confirms Payment Delays
Meatco confirms outstanding dues from the Office of the Prime Minister Namibia’s Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) has publicly stated that the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) continues to owe producers a substantial amount for cattle supplied under a broad-based support programme. The organisation disclosed that the total owed to producers stands at N$28.1…
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Nigeria to Close Rice Import Windows: Policy Shift Unfolds
Policy shift aims to boost local rice production Nigeria is moving to shut its rice import windows as part of a broader national policy review aimed at rebalancing the country’s agricultural sector. Officials say the decision comes after an in-depth analysis of trade data and farm-level outcomes showed that, despite a growing apparent surplus in…
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FPA Moves to Regulate Online Sale of Fertilizers and Pesticides in the Philippines
Philippines Eyes Regulated Online Market for Fertilizers and Pesticides The Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) in the Philippines is moving toward a structured framework that would govern the online sale of fertilizer and pesticide products. While not abandoning the possibility of e-commerce in this sector, the agency emphasizes that robust rules are needed to ensure…