The policy was designed to encourage local value addition, create jobs, and build a domestic processing industry.
The flooding coincides with this essential maintenance window, so delays in recovery will directly reduce future harvest volumes.
The new Latin American markets will help close the gap towards the US$14 billion target.
During the reporting period, Namibia’s total horticultural import bill reached N$1.7 billion (US$93.9 million), with South Africa accounting for 90% of horticultural imports.
Commercial blueberry farming often requires investment in protected structures, climate management systems, and specialized irrigation infrastructure.