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Namibia's staple crops include millet, sorghum, maize, wheat, while grape, dates lead exports. Regional growing conditions differ sharply, so check your region below before applying national averages.
| Agriculture share of GDP | ~6% |
|---|---|
| Arable land | 800,000 ha |
| Irrigated share | ~1% |
| Main rainy season | November to April |
| Main food crops | millet, sorghum, maize, wheat, groundnut |
| Main export crops | grape, dates |
| Region | Annual rainfall | Major crops |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Communal (Oshana, Ohangwena, Kavango) | 550 mm | millet, sorghum, mahangu |
| Central Commercial (Windhoek, Otjozondjupa) | 350 mm | livestock, irrigated |
| Southern / Orange River (Karas, Hardap) | 200 mm | grape, dates |
Country context from the AfroTools agriculture dataset — planning reference, not agronomic advice. Confirm with local extension services.