Africa-Press – Zambia. Onion and potato value chain stakeholders have resolved that the country does not need to import onions and potatoes because it has adequate stocks. During a protracted meeting by onion and potatoes stakeholders, including traders, processors and producers organized by the Zambia National Farmers’ Union -ZNFU- in Lusaka yesterday, the stakeholders resolved that there is no need for imports of potatoes in the country as the country has adequate stocks from carryovers and fresh stocks.
In a statement issued by ZNFU President Jervis Zimba, the stakeholders also resolved that there is no need for imports of frozen chips and importers of potato crisps shall be referred to the Ministry of Commerce Trade And Industry for further advice as stakeholders are only in support of measures that will lead to increased production of potatoes locally and value addition. Mr. Zimba said the stakeholders also agreed to be in constant consultation to avail updates on commodity availability and measures to be taken.
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