Farmers who reportedly sold their crops to the Agronomic Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA) in August 2026 are still awaiting payment, raising concerns about their livelihoods and access to agricultural markets. The issue was raised in Parliament, where Martin Lukato from National Democratic Party of Namibia(NDP) raised questions to the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, seeking clarity on the delayed payments and the availability of funds to settle outstanding amounts.

The member asked whether the minister was aware that farmers had not received payment for their produce and whether funds had been allocated to AMTA to purchase crops from farmers. The minister was also asked to clarify how much funding had been made available, wheth

Concerns were further raised about farmers who remain on waiting lists to deliver their crops to AMTA, "How long are these farmers expected to wait before they can sell their produce and what measures are being taken to accommodate them?" Lukato asked. The member also highlighted challenges faced by mahangu farmers who reportedly have produce available for sale but continue to struggle to access markets through AMTA, " What measures are being taken to ensure that these farmers have access to available markets and receive fair and timely payment?" he asked

The questions seek to establish the extent of the payment delays, the availability of funding and the measures being considered to address the challenges facing farmers.