Farmers’ Kraal with Hanks Saisai – Costly mistakes farmers should avoid

Many livelihoods in Namibia rely directly or indirectly on agriculture and the products that reward the hardworking men and women who farm as a way of life.

It is important to note that the journey of a farmer requires hard work, determination, dedication and a sense of innovation.

One must always be aware of common mistakes that are often overlooked by many until they lead to the total failure of an agribusiness.

The most common mistake many people make when starting farming is underestimating the fact that farming is not only a business but also a science.

Successful farming requires knowledge, skills and an attitude of perseverance.

The business side of farming requires one to realise that when an investment is made to purchase inputs, such as seeds, chicks, goats or sheep, the initial aim is to be able to make additional money from the originally invested amount after sales proceeds are received.

Therefore, when embarking on establishing a farming enterprise, consider the following approach: Firstly, identify a problem and establish your farming enterprise to solve that problem.

For instance, as a nation, we still import about 96% of the fruits that are consumed in Namibian households.