Gold miner B2Gold Namibia expects to harvest more than 2,000 tonnes of maize from its Erhardtshof Agriculture Project in 2026 as the company expands its food production and sustainability initiatives linked to the Otjikoto Mine.
The company said harvesting has officially started at the project, with expected yields ranging between 14 and 16 tonnes per hectare during the current season.
According to B2Gold Namibia Corporate Communications Manager Namasiku Nalisa, the strong production outlook has been supported by innovation and advanced irrigation systems.
“2026 is shaping up to be an exceptional year for maize production. This year, we expect to harvest approximately 14–16 tonnes per hectare, with a projected total yield in excess of 2,000 tonnes of high-quality maize,” Nalisa said.
“These phenomenal yields are a result of a combination of hard work, innovation, and the use of cutting-edge irrigation technology that continues to enhance efficiency and productivity at the project,” she said.
The maize is produced at Farm Erhardtshof, which was originally acquired to support the development of the Otjikoto Mine. Over the past four years, the mining company has converted the property into an agricultural operation as part of its broader sustainability and post-mining land use strategy.
The company said maize is cultivated during the summer season, while wheat is planted during winter.
“We are proud of this project and the role it continues to play in producing quality maize for the Namibian nation,” Nalisa said.
The harvested maize is sold to Namib Mills as part of efforts to support local food production and strengthen Namibia’s food security.
B2Gold said the project forms part of its wider commitment to supporting sustainable and locally driven agricultural initiatives in Namibia.
