4TH MEAT CHRONICAL 2025

4TH MEAT CHRONICAL 2025 New branding strategy launched As the risk of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Namibia increases, every role player in the livestock value chain has a duty to stay informed and actively contribute to maintaining the country’s disease-free status in the FMD-free zone. This is critical for meat exports and trade opportunities. The […]

GUIDELINES FOR TAKING MEAT, MEAT PRODUCTS AND DAIRY FROM NAMIBIA TO SOUTH AFRICA

GUIDELINES FOR TAKING MEAT, MEAT PRODUCTS AND DAIRY FROM NAMIBIA TO SOUTH AFRICA Namibia is known for its export quality meat, good tourism potential and unique hunting opportunities. A person visiting Namibia might want to take some of the meat back to South Africa. One headache, however, for the many visitors to Namibia, particularly hunters, […]

REHO MEAT RECEIVES SEAL OF QUALITY

REHO MEAT RECEIVES SEAL OF QUALITY Consistent quality and a determination to succeed, ensuring the best possible prices for Namibian farmers, have earned Reho Meat Processors (RMP) the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia’s (LLPBN) Seal of Quality. An official handing-over ceremony took place in June at the abattoir, located just outside Rehoboth. Several […]

LONG TERM MARKET SELECTION STRATEGY COULD TILT TOWARDS UNCONVENTIONAL MARKETS

Ace MuteloManager: Information SystemsLivestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia Namibia’s beef economy is dependent on exports for its sustainability and is impacted by international changes. The latest global outlook has highlighted significant changes in global meat markets. The outlook, compiled by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the Food and Agriculture […]

MEAT CHRONICLE

LLPBN sponsor awards at Neudamm The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) attended the University of Namibia’s (UNAM) prize-giving ceremony in September. The LLPBN sponsored two awards handed out to outstanding agricultural students. Nice Munekamba was the best student in the Animal Science programme (BSc Hons) and Aino Nambahu was the best animal […]

A MONTHLY WRAP-UP OF NEWS WORTH KNOWING

Namibia’s mining, financial, agricultural, and manufacturing sectors are advancing with new investments and government support. Over 600 new mining exploration applications reflect confidence in Namibia’s mineral wealth, although only 68 out of 162 active mining licenses are operational. The Bank of Namibia cut interest rates by 25 basis points to stimulate the economy amid low inflation. The Capricorn Foundation invested N$350,000 to train young Namibians in hospitality, aiding job creation. In manufacturing, the Trade Ministry is encouraging MSME participation in the beverage industry following AB InBev’s local production of Lion Lager. Additionally, Kadila Poultry Farming began operations, aiming to produce 400 tonnes of poultry monthly and create 350 jobs, reducing Namibia’s reliance on imports. These developments highlight progress across key sectors.