Farmers Pitso Awards, A Testament to Lesotho’s Growing Agricultural Landscape

By Libuseng Molato On September 7, 2024, the Manthabiseng Convention Centre in Maseru was abuzz with celebration as Farmers Pitso hosted their prestigious annual awards ceremony, honouring the outstanding contributions of farmers and stakeholders across the agricultural value chain.  This event, marking another milestone in the evolution of Lesotho’s agriculture sector, highlighted the commitment and…

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August: Lesotho’s Month of Agricultural Revival and Food Security

By Libuseng Molato The government of Lesotho has designated August as the Month for Food and Agriculture, a nationwide initiative aimed at reinforcing the importance of farming among Basotho.  The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Nutrition has declared “PSHATLA MAFISOANA A TLALA RE KENE KHORENG” as the motto for this month.  The initiative was launched on…

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Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba 2025: A Golden Opportunity for Basotho Farmers

By Staff Reporter The much-anticipated Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba 2025 is set to take place on Tuesday, 1 April, and Wednesday, 2 April 2025, at Lavender Kontrei Market in Pretoria North, South Africa. This premier event is a game-changer for young farmers, agripreneurs, and agricultural leaders looking to scale their businesses, access new opportunities, and…

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