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Namibia’s milk production increased to 4.2 million litres during the third quarter, marking a 7.5% surge in annual production and an 11% growth from the previous quarter.
Namibia’s milk production increased to 4.2 million litres during the third quarter, marking a 7.5% surge in annual production and an 11% growth from the previous quarter. According to the Bank of Namibia (BoN), the growth was largely attributed to an increase in the number of milk-producing cows and advancements in technology that have enhanced the efficiency of milk production processes.
Milk production rose annually and quarterly by 7.5 per cent and 11.0 per cent, respectively, to 4.2 million litres during the third quarter of 2024. The increase was ascribed to a rise in the number of milk-producing cows and the improved technological capabilities used to enhance and efficiently produce milk.
The BoN further reported that local crop production suffered notable declines, impacted by unfavourable weather conditions, particularly the insufficient and irregular rainfall during the 2023/24 rainy season. Domestic crop production fell by 26.6% year-on-year, totalling just 14,633 tonnes for the quarter. The decline was most pronounced in staple crops, with white maize and pearl millet seeing decreases of 56.7% and 74.0%, respectively.
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In order to balance the shortfall, crop imports surged by 60.3%, reaching 91,333 tonnes for the quarter under review, a significant rise from the previous period’s 56,961 tonnes.
