Zambia: Stakeholders Call For More Cold Room Facilities

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: September 5, 2026Country: Zambia

Business & Economy

Zambia: Stakeholders Call For More Cold Room Facilities

Stakeholders in Zambia have expressed the need to increase the number of cold room facilities to improve the preservation of agricultural products. This initiative aims to reduce food waste and support local farmers. Agricultural sector actors emphasize that adequate facilities could also enhance food security in the country.

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