Horticulture key to economic growth

GOVERNMENT plans to set up a horticulture department within the Ministry of Lands and Agriculture as part of efforts to boost the agricultural sector.

Speaking during a Seed Co vegetable mega field day held in Harare yesterday, Agriculture secretary, Ringson Chitsiko said the move from subsistence to commercial farming was key in development of the rural economy.

“The shift from subsistence to commercial farming is fundamental in the development of the rural economy on our way to achieve sustainable inclusive economic growth,” said Chitsiko.

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