Namibia continues to rely heavily on imported potatoes, with the country sourcing approximately 66% of domestic demand from South Africa during 2025 despite ongoing efforts to expand local production. According to the Agriculture and Fishing Indicators Bulletin compiled by the Namibia Statistics Agency, Namibia spent around N$226.6 million (US$12.5 million) on potato imports during 2025, ...

Scientists and researchers in Africa say they are working together and are producing positive results in the fight against microscopic potato cyst nematode (PCN) infestation in key crops like potatoes. Science experts from the African Seed Trade Association (AFSTA), in collaboration with Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT-Africa) under the auspices of the African Cereal ...

Choosing the Right Variety Select a soft cooking potato variety that thrives in South African conditions. Popular choices include the BP1 and Up-to-Date (UTD) varieties, both known for their smooth, creamy texture when cooked. Planting Time The best time to plant potatoes in South Africa is late winter to early spring (August to September) when ...

By Ozzy Nel, In the complex ecosystem of food production, distribution, and consumption, the challenge of food waste continues to pose a significant threat. As leaders in the food rescue industry, we at SA Harvest recognise that the most effective solutions often emerge from the power of collaboration. A recent successful food rescue operation involving ...