By RODRICK DESURI 

AUKI 

Goshen Enterprise Ltd will be boosted with its long-awaited industrial-grade taro processing machines at its Adaliua Packhouse.

The equipment includes taro washers, cutters, stainless steel benches and sealers.

This development marks a major milestone for the local agribusiness and its network of outgrowers, addressing previous operational delays and paving the way for increased production.

A statement from the company said that it has invested significantly in the taro industry and this includes the establishment of a taro farm and a packhouse which was made possible with government and donor support.

The company’s spokesperson, Joan Walton said it is great news for taro farmers in Malaita Province.

She said the new machines will ease many gaps that they are facing.

“Since we have the machine needed, we are now welcoming back our taro farmers from West, East, and West Kwara’ae, and we will start buying taro next.

“Any taro farmers from the areas mentioned are also welcome. So, I just encourage them to cooperate with us,” she said.

The statement added that the company currently works with a network of taro farmer associations across the province, with plans to expand its supplier network to over 480 households. 

The new processing capabilities bring Goshen one step closer to its long-term goal of exporting taro products overseas. 

The industrial equipment and increased capacity will allow the company to produce higher volumes of consistently processed taro, meeting the stringent quality and safety standards required for international markets.

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