{"id":46178,"date":"2023-06-02T11:00:06","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T11:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/omaludi-livestock-farmers-pride"},"modified":"2023-06-02T11:09:43","modified_gmt":"2023-06-02T11:09:43","slug":"omaludi-livestock-farmers-pride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/omaludi-livestock-farmers-pride","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Omaludi\u2019 livestock farmers\u2019 pride"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>AGRICULTURE Minister Calle Schlettwein said that to appreciate livestock farmers, there is a need to develop the value addition of the livestock sector. He made this statement during the official opening of the Omaludi Festival in Okongo, Ohangwena Region.<\/p>\n<p>The Omaludi Festival is a cultural livestock event organized to celebrate the dedication of farmers who have taken good care of their cattle despite the challenging lifestyle at cattle posts. The event showcases cattle through display and observation, with winners being selected based on their physical attributes.<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, the festival has evolved from a mere livestock show to include exhibitions of agricultural products, including corporate displays.<\/p>\n<p>Schlettwein emphasized that agriculture is essential for survival and farmers should be involved in the entire production process to maximize the value chain. Currently, basic production accounts for 15% of agricultural goods, while 85% is achieved through processing, packaging, logistics, and wholesale and retail activities. The wholesale and retail industry alone constitutes 65% of the value chain.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAgriculture is more profitable, resilient against drought, and productive when livestock and food production are integrated,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Schlettwein announced the implementation of the Livestock Support Programme, funded by the European Union Delegation to Namibia. This initiative aims to promote entrepreneurship, improve livelihoods, and foster sustainable growth in the Northern Communal Areas (NCAs).<\/p>\n<p>The Livestock Support Programme will revolutionize the livestock value chain and uplift the communities that depend on it. The program has four key areas of focus: improving livestock production systems and resilience to climate change, promoting access to domestic, regional, and international markets for livestock farmers, enhancing animal disease management and eradication strategies, and coordinating the successful implementation of the program.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo achieve these results, a comprehensive set of activities has been planned and initiated,\u201d Schlettwein explained.<\/p>\n<p>He further noted that livestock production systems will be strengthened, considering the challenges of climate change, while improving farmers\u2019 access to local, regional, and international markets. Additionally, disease management and eradication strategies will be enhanced to safeguard livestock health and prevent the spread of diseases.<\/p>\n<p>Schlettwein reiterated their goal of fostering agricultural growth and providing trading opportunities for agricultural producers.<\/p>\n<p>The festival, which started on May 29th, will conclude on June 3rd, 2023.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\">Namibia<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. AGRICULTURE Minister Calle Schlettwein said that to appreciate livestock farmers, there is a need to develop the value addition of the livestock sector. He made this statement during the official opening of the Omaludi Festival in Okongo, Ohangwena Region. 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