Tue, 03 Jan 2017 07:55:18 +0000 By VIOLET TEMBO CRIMINALS have stolen three boxes containing 30 litres of pesticides meant to eradicate the army worms on the Copperbelt, acting Agriculture Minister Michael Katambo has disclosed. Speaking when handing over more pesticides to Copperbelt provincial minister Bowman Lusambo, Mr. Katambo described development as sabotaging Government efforts. He said it was unfortunate that people resorted to stealing chemicals to delay Government efforts to secure farmers’ fields to ensure food security. He said Government was working tirelessly to eradicate the army worm. He described the invasion of the worms in the province as sad. “The theft report makes sad development. We are on our feet to ensure that the chemicals reach farmers before it is too late. ‘‘Three boxes is a lot that would have gone a long way to eradicate the army worms and secure fields. I want to put it on record that there is […]
