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.
With just days to go, the highly anticipated 2025 Mzansi Young Farmers’ Indaba is set to bring together the brightest young minds in agriculture for two days of knowledge-sharing, networking, and inspiration. Hosted by Food for Mzansi at the Lavender Kontrei Market in Pretoria North on 1 and 2 April, this event is the ultimate…
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Farmers across the country’s highlands are sounding the alarm over a surge in Bluetongue disease, known locally as Boloutomo, which is spreading rapidly among livestock in Quthing, Mohale’s Hoek, and Maseru. Reports from affected farmers indicate that the viral infection, which primarily targets sheep, is spreading at an alarming rate. Richard Bullet, a farmer from…
A total of 96 smallholder farmers from the southern region have secured financial grants under the Smallholder Agriculture Development Project II (SADP II), marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to boost food production and agricultural resilience. The selected farmers, drawn from Mafeteng, Mohale’s Hoek, Quthing, and Qacha’s Nek, were chosen from a competitive…
His Majesty King Letsie III, the African Union’s Nutrition Champion and FAO Special Goodwill Ambassador for Nutrition, has issued a strong call to men across Lesotho: “step up and take an active role in nutrition initiatives to secure better health and stronger livelihoods for families and communities”. Speaking at a recent nutrition clubs exhibition in…
A team of agricultural experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition is working tirelessly to contain the spread of the African armyworm in Mohale’s Hoek and Mafeteng, Minister Thabo Mofosi has confirmed. Addressing parliament yesterday, Minister Mofosi raised an alarm over the severity of the outbreak, warning that it poses a direct…
Horticulture has long been recognised as a potential driver of economic growth and poverty reduction in Lesotho. With its ability to meet growing food demands and provide income-generating opportunities, the sector holds significant promise, however, despite its potential, smallholder farmers—who form the backbone of Lesotho’s agriculture—face substantial challenges, including limited resources, inadequate infrastructure, and restricted…
The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Business Development has purchased an egg tray manufacturing machine at the LNDC Factory Shell in Mohale’s Hoek, marking a significant step towards reducing import dependency and boosting local production. In a bid to ensure long-term efficiency and promote private sector participation, the ministry is now inviting proposals for leasing…
In a continued effort to strengthen global partnerships for food security, His Majesty King Letsie III held a high-level bilateral meeting with FAO Director-General QU Dongyu on 11 February 2025 at the FAO Headquarters in Rome. The meeting reaffirmed the strong collaboration between Lesotho and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and emphasised the shared…