Lesotho's premier and only dedicated agricultural publication, focusing on news, insights, and developments within the country's agricultural sector.
Lesotho's premier and only dedicated agricultural publication, focusing on news, insights, and developments within the country's agricultural sector.
Eighty-one-year-old Mamakhaola Peete rises before dawn each day to tend to her livestock and work her land, a routine she has followed since she married into the Peete family more than sixty years ago. Her weathered hands, steady and skilled, tell the story of a lifetime of dedication to farming and the land that sustains…
…865 stolen in April alone By Ntsoaki Motaung and Relebohile Makhetha The country’s rural economy is bleeding as stock theft surges, leaving farmers devastated and communities at risk. At the heart of this growing crisis lies a broken livestock identification system marked by equipment shortages, low coverage, and slow service delivery. In April 2025 alone,…
For Mamatebele Kotoane of Ha Mohatlane, Berea, farming began as a necessity, but has since evolved into a powerful story of resilience, innovation and transformation. “I started farming in 2005 with nothing but watering cans. I used to fetch water from the village dam, walking back and forth many times a day just to keep…
At the recent and the inability to meet growing consumer demand due to production constraints. The event, which featured a vibrant showcase of local agricultural products, doubled as a critical platform for young producers to voice the realities stalling their progress. Itumeleng Moleko from Atlehang Foods explained how demand often outpaces their ability to supply….
At just 32, Nkopane Nkopane stands as one of Lesotho’s most promising wool producers—a young man who turned a family tradition into a thriving legacy. Raised in the hills of Hloahloeng, Mohale’s Hoek, Nkopane’s story is a testament to the power of purpose, inheritance, and passion-driven work. When many of his peers were drifting into…
By Relebohile Makhetha Born the only son among daughters in the humble village of Khokhotsaneng, nestled in the St. Michael’s Roma area, Ntaote Ntaote’s journey began in the fields. Life in the village demanded more than just presence—it demanded grit. Herding livestock, ploughing the land, and harvesting crops weren’t occasional chores—they were a rhythm of…
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recently held a two-weeks training in Maseru aimed at capacitating the Bureau of Statistics (BoS) on compiling and analysing the national Food Balance Sheet (FBS)—a critical statistical framework that captures the total volume of agricultural commodities produced across all sectors. This inaugural training workshop, funded by the FAO and…
By Relebohile Makhetha The Lesotho National Dairy Board (LNDB) is gearing up to launch its tenth batch of dairy cow acquisitions in 2025—marking a major milestone in its long-standing mission to transform dairy farming in the country. Since 2017, the LNDB has supported local farmers in accessing quality dairy breeds, helping to improve milk production…
Now in its fourth year, the Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba has grown into more than just an annual event—it’s a living, breathing movement that speaks to the heart of South Africa’s agricultural future. What began as a modest gathering organised in just one month by Food For Mzansi, has evolved into a powerhouse platform for…
At the heart of South Africa’s agricultural transformation lies a question that continues to stir debate: Can organised agriculture truly bridge the historical and structural gap for black farmers? At the recent Food For Mzansi’s Young Farmers Indaba, held at the Lavender Kontrei Market in Pretoria, agricultural leaders, policymakers, and young farmers came together to…
The atmosphere at the Manthabiseng Convention Centre was alive with energy and community spirit as the IACoV project celebrated the close of its fourth year. The event, marked by a lively market day, also served as the official launch of Phase II, signalling a renewed commitment to agricultural resilience and food security in Lesotho. Both…