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The Namibian
Sikondo Green Scheme is piloting garlic on one hectare
“Acting farm manager Maxwell Nghidinwa told the president that Sikondo is piloting garlic on one hectare, with 0.5 hectares already under net shade and the rest still to be transplanted.”
President hails garlic trial as Sikondo farm tests new cropsThe Namibian
Sikondo Green Scheme is running a rice research and development trial under a centre pivot
“Alongside garlic, Sikondo is running a rice research and development trial under a centre pivot.”
President hails garlic trial as Sikondo farm tests new cropsThe Namibian
Sikondo Green Scheme received N$7 million investment in 2024 for tractors and implements
“In 2024, the government invested approximately N$7 million into the Sikondo Green Scheme for new tractors and implements, and all state-managed schemes are now operational across the country, with both winter and summer crops flourishing.”
Statement by Speaker of the National Assembly Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila at 36th Independence Day Celebrations at NkurenkuruThe Namibian
Sikondo green scheme focuses on potatoes
“Three of the projects visited produce maize, while the Sikondo green scheme focuses on potatoes and the Kalimbeza project produces rice.”
Green schemes ruined by structural problemsPresident Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Shadikongoro and Ndonga Linena green schemes in Kavango East and noted improved agricultural production, increased crop yields, and strengthened operational performance. Farm managers reported successful sunflower harvests and strong maize production expectations, though aging farming equipment remains a constraint.
3 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Shadikongoro and Ndonga Linena green schemes in Kavango East and noted improved agricultural production, increased crop yields, and strengthened operational performance. Farm managers reported successful sunflower harvests and strong maize production expectations, though aging farming equipment remains a constraint.
3 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Sikondo Green Scheme in Kavango West and praised its garlic trial on one hectare, the farm's first production of the high-value, low-maintenance crop. The farm is also piloting green pepper and cabbage alongside a rice research and development trial.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme in Kavango East and applauded its achievement of fully utilising all 311 hectares for the first time, with maize planted on every centre pivot and an expected harvest of 1,900–2,000 tonnes despite electricity outages and storm damage.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform is reviving the N$36 million Rundu Technology Centre, which has underperformed since its 2015 establishment. The facility, created to support agricultural mechanisation for green scheme projects and subsistence farmers, will reopen after the ministry reassesses its strategy and plans to expand services to private farmers to improve financial sustainability.
11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
At celebrations in Nkurenkuru, Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila commemorated Namibia's independence and the sacrifices of liberation heroes, while calling for renewed focus on socio-economic transformation, agricultural development, and inclusive growth to fulfil the vision of Vision 2030.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A parliamentary committee report found that Namibia's 11 agricultural green scheme projects face persistent structural challenges including broken machinery, procurement delays, and inadequate funding, though the projects remain fundamentally viable and productive. The committee recommended improved management, stable financing, and revised market strategies to prevent the schemes from failing.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Small-scale farmers at Shadikongoro green scheme in Kavango East are selling vegetables including watermelons, pumpkins, onions and butternuts strongly to local and cross-border demand. However, farmers say earnings could be higher if the Agro Marketing and Trade Agency purchased their produce as intended, and cite storage facility shortages as a constraint.
15 January 2026 · The Namibian →