PEPZ TARGETS 1500 SMALLHODLER GOAT FARMERS By Natasha Mhango

 The formalization of markets remains to be an obstacle to the growth of agribusiness in Zambia. In the goat sub-sector in particular, small holder farmers trade in an environment where middle men who have a loose network link farmers to potential markets.

Goats are more affordable to rear and more resistant to disease than cattle and hence are one preferred livestock for small holder farmers more especially in view of climate change. However, like any other agricultural venture, access to markets and