Jeferson Pedra, responsible for the farm's fruit growing area, as quoted by Angop, explained that the goal is to position the municipality of Caconda in the international market, and the first shipments of this fruit are expected to arrive between November and December.
The official also reported that, at the moment, there are 100 hectares of avocados almost ready for harvest, with an expected production of 200 tons per year.
In addition to avocados, the farm is also investing in the production of macadamia nuts, which should be ready for export within three years, via the Lobito Corridor.
Quoted by Angop, Jeferson Pedra explained that the macadamia plants are recent and need three years to bear the first fruits, so they will wait more than two years to export.
There is strict control of pests and diseases, as well as soil analysis for the correct application of the necessary fertilizer, said the official, explaining that micro and macro nutrients are incorporated into the irrigation system, with the aim of ensuring greater quality.
According to a statement from the Municipal Administration of Caconda, to which VerAngola had access, the farm in question has stood out for its large-scale production of citrus fruits, avocados and macadamia nuts.
"The Auto Tombola farm, located in the municipality of Caconda, Huíla province, is standing out for its large-scale production of citrus fruits, avocados and macadamia nuts, with results considered satisfactory by the person in charge of the agricultural unit," reads the note.
Quoted in the note, Jeferson Pedra stated that the "farm currently occupies an area of 350 hectares of cultivated land, distributed in 50 hectares of citrus fruits, 100 of avocados and 200 of macadamia nuts", to which are added "other seasonal crops, such as tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers grown in this harvest".
"With a workforce of between 300 and 400 mostly young employees, both directly and indirectly employed, the Auto Tombola farm contributes significantly to the economic and social development of the region," the statement reads.
"The harvest forecasts for this season are encouraging: an annual production of around 500 tons of oranges, 200 tons of avocados and 100 tons of macadamia nuts is estimated. These results are largely due to the fertility of the Caconda soil, considered highly favorable to intensive agriculture," the statement adds.
