Rural & Urban Agriculture Innovative Production Program (RUAIPP).

1. Human Food and Nutrition Products Moringa is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on earth, earning the title “National Health Insurance in a Tree” . Its applications for people include:   Moringa Leaf Powder – Porridge, soups, instant meals, smoothies, multivitamin supplement. Moringa Tea – Herbal infusions and detox blends. Capsules & Tablets – Nutraceuticals for immunity, energy, disease prevention. Moringa Oil (Ben Oil) – Cooking oil, supplements, cosmetics. Snacks & Fortified Foods – Energy bars, biscuits, porridges, breads. School Feeding – Moringa-fortified sorghum/millet instant porridge for nutrition & cost savings. Functional Foods – Gummies, juices, protein powders, baby weaning foods. Impact: Tackles malnutrition, improves health, reduces government feeding costs. 2. Animal Nutrition and Veterinary Uses Leaf Meal – Feed supplement for poultry, goats, sheep, pigs, and cattle. Seed Cake – Protein-rich feed for livestock and ...

  Agriculture remains Africa’s largest employer, with over 60% of the continent’s population depending on it for their livelihoods. Yet, the sector contributes only 15–20% to Sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP , far below its potential. In Botswana, agriculture contributes less than 3% of national GDP , despite the country having over 45% arable land and abundant sunlight. This contradiction reflects deep structural and systemic challenges. Below are the main hindrances:         1. Restrictive Immigration and Labour Laws Agriculture is labour-intensive, requiring seasonal workers during peak planting and harvesting. Botswana’s restrictive immigration laws limit the inflow of foreign labour that could supplement local shortages. South Africa : employs 200,000+ seasonal foreign farm workers annually , mostly from Lesotho, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. Botswana : imports fewer than 10,000 foreign agricultural workers , creating a labour gap that leaves many commercial ...

   President of the Republic of Botswana Advocate G. Boko  Introduction Botswana’s Economic Transformation Programme (BETP), launched under the leadership of President Duma Boko, represents a bold and historic shift aimed at reducing the country’s reliance on diamonds and repositioning its economy for inclusive, sustainable growth. Central to this agenda is economic diversification — driven by boosting services, attracting foreign investment, and building a globally competitive framework underpinned by the nation’s long-standing political stability. A critical pillar of the BETP is agriculture. The vision is to move agriculture from subsistence production into a modern, commercialized, and export-driven industry that contributes significantly to national GDP, enhances food security, and creates lasting employment opportunities for Botswana’s people, especially women and youth. Agriculture’s Role in Botswana’s Economy At independence in 1966, agriculture contributed 4...

    In our mission to “Transform Botswana’s Agriculture Through Climate-Smart, Inclusive Agriculture-Based Clusters for Rural Development – Aligned with BETP” , Moringa oleifera emerges not merely as a crop but as a strategic economic catalyst . Recognised globally as a high-value, fast-return agricultural commodity, Moringa offers Botswana a unique opportunity to transition from subsistence-driven farming to a modern, commercially viable, and export-oriented sector . With its capacity to produce up to six harvests per year , Moringa ensures a steady and predictable cash flow , enabling immediate reinvestment into the sector. This rapid turnover positions it as the capital-building foundation of our Agriculture-Based Cluster (ABC) model. Moringa as the Engine of Self-Funded Growth Under the ABC framework, proceeds from Moringa sales will be channelled into a Farmer Capital Fund — a revolving facility dedicated to empowering smallholder farmers with affordable access to: ...

We are proud to unveil the newly restructured and revitalized Malawi branch of Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) — a renewed commitment to agricultural transformation, rural development, and export-led growth in Malawi and the wider SADC region. This bold new look represents more than a visual rebranding — it is a strategic realignment of our mission to serve smallholder farmers, youth, and women through innovation, inclusivity, and international market access.     Under the new structure, FPI Malawi will focus on: 🌿 Scaling Moringa, Potato, and Groundnut Production 🌱 Implementing Agriculture-Based Clusters (ABCs) 💼 Training and Coaching Youth and Women Agripreneurs 🌍 Facilitating Export Readiness and Certification (e.g. ECOCERT) 💧 Promoting Smart Irrigation, Water Harvesting, and Regenerative Agriculture 📈 Driving Investment Partnerships and Climate-Smart Projects 🔄 Linking Farmers to Buyers through Verified Offtaker Agreements This new look also marks the...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 13 August 2025 Farmer’s Pride International Commits to President’s Call to Triple Agriculture’s GDP Contribution from 2% to 6% Gaborone, Botswana – In a bold national call to action, His Excellency the President of the Republic of Botswana has declared the urgent need to raise agriculture’s contribution to the GDP from the current 2% to at least 6% in the immediate term . Responding to this vision, Farmer’s Pride International (FPI) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering transformative agricultural projects that drive economic diversification, job creation, and sustainable rural development. "We see the President’s 6% GDP target not as an aspiration, but as a deliverable. Our Agriculture-Based Clusters will be the engine of this transformation." — Elfas Mcloud Shangwa Zadzagomo (Hunter), President & Founder, Farmer’s Pride International FPI Project Shortlisted Under BETP FPI’s flagship initiative, "Transforming Botsw...

A Transformational Mindset for Africa’s Food Security and Climate Resilience By: Hunter – Executive President, Farmer’s Pride International Under the Rural and Urban Agriculture Innovative Production Program (RUAIPP) Introduction: The Shift from Survival to Sustainability Across Africa, millions of farmers still wait for the rain as if it were a divine permission to begin feeding their families. Yet beneath our feet lies a forgotten solution: underground water , and around us during every rainy season flows another blessing we fail to store— harvested rainwater . It is time to stop farming by chance. It is time to start farming by design. We must move away from reactive agriculture and embrace climate-smart, water-secure farming systems that enable year-round production , enhance food security, and build economies of scale. The tools are already with us— underground water and harvested rainwater must form the dual backbone of the African agricultural revolution. 1. Why Ra...