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From the fields to Francistown
Following one of the wettest rainy seasons in recent years, farmers up and down the country have enjoyed impressive yields.
Sweet reeds, groundnuts, maize, and watermelon in particular have flourished.
The good yields have resulted in an abundance of field crops available for purchase on the streets of Francistown, perfect for pedestrians looking for a healthy snack.
The Voice’s
CHRISTINAH MOTLHABANE caught up with four traders who make a living from the fruit of the land.
NOMSA MABUTHO (41)
Last year I told myself that I am going to plough for sale and this January my field did not disappoint me.