Partner

NARDI

Specific challenges

Water pollution, drought vulnerability, limited markets

Climate

Hot semi-arid climate, av. Rainfall 280 mm annual

Soil

Sandy loam and clay soils

Agriculture

Citrus, Sweet potato, Green mealies, Tomatoes, Cabbage, Chilies

Economic info

Cattle farming, vegetable production, consultancy – agrochemicals.

Infrastructure

Good access to road infrastructure, markets and electricity.

Land ownership

Leased land with documentation

Typical land size

6.5 ha

Crops produced

Citrus and vegetables

Value chain description

Bulk sold to grocery chains in Francistown, or Food ProcessingCompany, also from farm gate and to streets venders

Mechanization use

Own small tractor, plough and hire other implements when need arise

Distance to fuel station

The nearest fuel station is 12 km

Accessibility of site

Accessible to all vehicles but pick-up truck or off roads are preferable

Support systems

Government provide extension services and inputs from private suppliers

Coordinates

-21.47594,27.52214