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ZCFU rolls out nationwide artificial insemination plan

Government interventions in recent years such as the Command Livestock Programme and the establishment of Agricultural Innovation Hubs have sought to revitalise the sector.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Apr. 17, 2025

ZCFU rolls out nationwide artificial insemination plan

Tobacco farmers enjoy huge profits

By GARY GERALD MTOMBENI Apr. 14, 2025

Govt disburses US$3,1m to former farm owners

By Farming Reporter Apr. 10, 2025

‘Plant parenting’ fuels illegal succulent trade in Southern Africa

Numerous succulent populations in Southern Africa have declined in large numbers and many face near extinction as a result of illegal harvesting, according to Bruwer’s 2023 study.

By Dialogue Earth Apr. 3, 2025

CSAG anticipates improved performance on better rainfall

It invests in agriculture-related stocks, comprising nine agriculture-related companies listed on the ZSE.

By LEE MUSAIDZI Apr. 3, 2025

CSAG anticipates improved performance on better rainfall

Mudada becomes first Zimbo accredited by IPPC

The IPPC is an intergovernmental treaty established in 1951 to protect the world’s plants, agricultural products, and natural resources from plant pests.

By Farming Reporter Apr. 3, 2025

Mudada becomes first Zimbo accredited by IPPC

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Rwandan wildlife conservationist sees forex potential in crocodile farming

In a new case study of crocodile farming at Padenga agri-business in Kariba, ALU said the industry generated revenue and served as a resilient engine for rural development.

By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 27, 2025

Rwandan wildlife conservationist sees forex potential in crocodile farming

TSL sets dates on finalising Nampak Zimbabwe acquisition

The handling volumes were resultantly depressed as most of the fertiliser received will be distributed to customers in Q2.

By TAFADZWA MHLANGA Mar. 20, 2025

TSL sets dates on finalising Nampak Zimbabwe acquisition

Tobacco farmers bemoan ZiG payouts, as TIMB records reduced deliveries

Tobacco farmers were among the groups that decried the measure as it would mean less foreign currency for them to buy inputs for their crop.

By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 14, 2025

Tobacco farmers bemoan ZiG payouts, as TIMB records reduced deliveries

Zim targets 120 000ha of winter wheat

Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development minister Anxious Masuka emphasised that the expansion is critical for national food security and economic stability.

By Nqobizwe Thebe Mar. 14, 2025

Govt ramps up dam fortifications, prepares for bumper harvest

The last agricultural season saw the country experience and El Niño-induced drought which resulted in low to below average rainfall.

By Farming Reporter Mar. 13, 2025

Govt ramps up dam fortifications, prepares for bumper harvest

2025 tobacco marketing season opens

Tobacco is Zimbabwe’s top export crop and the second largest forex earner after gold.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 6, 2025

Re-elected Nyamakanga vows to continue promoting rabbit farming

Zicorba was formed in July 2020 and remains the sole representative voice of rabbit farmers in Zimbabwe.

By Blessed Ndlovu Feb. 27, 2025

Re-elected Nyamakanga vows to continue promoting rabbit farming

Shurugwi farmers benefit from Pelum Zimbabwe land initiative

Overgrazing and unstructured grazing depleted pastures, leaving farmers with little to no feed for their animals.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Feb. 20, 2025

Shurugwi farmers benefit from Pelum Zimbabwe land initiative

2025 MPS missed the mark: Farmers

ZFU revealed that it had consultations with the RBZ prior to the release of the MPS, during which the farmers raised several concerns that the bank ignored.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Feb. 13, 2025

Govt seeks US$5,31m AfDB grant for beef, leather value chain

The project will emphasise capacity building, providing potable water, enhancing livestock productivity, value-addition and private sector development.

By Farming Reporter Feb. 13, 2025

Govt seeks US$5,31m AfDB grant for beef, leather value chain

World Bank urges Zim to create disaster response fund

The bank said while Zimbabwe had a general contingency budget for unforeseen expenditures, including weather and climate shocks, this was not enough.

By TAFADZWA MHLANGA Feb. 6, 2025

World Bank urges Zim to create disaster response fund

Zim to host AfCFTA Association of African Commodity Exchanges conference

ZMX noted that the decision to select Zimbabwe for the conference underscored the country’s growing influence in the continental commodities market.

By LEE MUSAIDZI Feb. 6, 2025

Zim to host AfCFTA Association of African Commodity Exchanges conference

Chipinge farmers suffer significant losses due to delayed rains

This came as the country experienced a delay to the start of the rainy season, with most areas receiving below-average rainfall.

By TAFADZWA MHLANGA Jan. 30, 2025

Chipinge farmers suffer significant losses due to delayed rains

Local pig industry failing to compete regionally, internationally

Zimbabwe’s pig industry plays a crucial role in the country’s agricultural sector, supplying pork to butcheries, supermarkets and individual consumers.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Jan. 30, 2025

Local pig industry failing to compete regionally, internationally

Dairy farmers to implement advanced breeding technologies

The strategy also focuses on encouraging entrants into the industry and facilitating the continued importation of heifers to expand the national herd.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Jan. 23, 2025

Dairy farmers to implement advanced breeding technologies

Small-scale farmers in Shamva enjoy Chinese agric initiative

Zhao added that they managed to drill boreholes and install a solar system to support the villagers with water through irrigation.

By Blessed Ndlovu Jan. 23, 2025

Small-scale farmers in Shamva enjoy Chinese agric initiative

Crisis over baobab in Chimanimani as locals feel shortchanged

Despite the potential for economic empowerment, the lack of regulation and fair trade practices has left villagers at a disadvantage.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Jan. 16, 2025

Crisis over baobab in Chimanimani as locals feel shortchanged

Michview Enterprises finds opportunity in adversity through goat farming

Many farmers have lost their livestock due to lack of rainfall, especially in the country’s Region 5.

By MBEKEZELI NCUBE Jan. 11, 2025

Michview Enterprises finds opportunity in adversity through goat farming

Young farmers optimistic despite challenges

Government investment in the sector through the 2025 budget is seen as a key enabler of this growth.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Jan. 9, 2025

Young farmers optimistic despite challenges

Seed Co to prioritise research, development

This comes as the recently ended 2023/24 agricultural season saw southern Africa greatly impacted by an El Niño-induced drought.

By LEE MUSAIDZI Dec. 12, 2024

Seed Co to prioritise research, development

How contracted farmers are fuelling side marketing

They said the contracted farmers end up selling the tobacco through relatives or friends.

By Nhau Mangirazi Dec. 10, 2024

How contracted farmers are fuelling side marketing

‘Competition, counterfeit agroecological produce curtails agroecological entrepreneurs’

PELUM Zimbabwe is an organisation working through member organisations to support small-scale farmers, with the aim of promoting sustainable livelihoods.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Dec. 5, 2024

‘Competition, counterfeit agroecological produce curtails agroecological entrepreneurs’

Smallholder farmers disadvantaged in the food security fight

Mushita said the seed regulatory framework in Zimbabwe had gaps that needed to be strategically covered.

By Lorraine Muromo Nov. 26, 2024

Smallholder farmers disadvantaged in the food security fight

Zimplow revenue down 12% on the back of drought

Apart from the agricultural segment, Zimplow operates in the mining and infrastructure equipment and service sector as well as the logistics and automotive sector.

By Tatira Zwinoira Nov. 21, 2024