Lack of storage facilities costs farmers
Small-scale farmers have been losing money, particularly on fruits and vegetables due to the overabundance of perishables compared to the low disposable income of consumers.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Feb. 18, 2024
‘Agric sector supplying 60% of industrial raw materials’
According to statistics from the Agriculture ministry, in 2021 Zimbabwe’s economy grew by 7,8% largely as a result of the 36,4% growth recorded in the agricultural sector.
By Freeman Makopa
Apr. 18, 2023
‘US$2 billion pumped into irrigation revamp’
During the period, private sector players established the Food Crops Contractors Association, which has been credited for underpinning the sector’s growth.
By Freeman Makopa
Feb. 24, 2023
Kenya allows farming and imports of GM crops
President William Ruto's government has turned to genetically modified crops as a way of helping boost yields.
By Bbc News
Oct. 4, 2022
Kenya lifts ban on genetically modified crops in response to drought
A statement issued by President William Ruto's office after he chaired a cabinet meeting described lifting the ban as part of responses to the drought.
By Reuters
Oct. 4, 2022
Kenya lifts ban on genetically
A statement issued by President William Ruto's office after he chaired a cabinet meeting described lifting the ban as part of responses to the drought
By Reuters
Oct. 4, 2022
Water crisis worry Gokwe elderly
ELDERLY women in Gokwe-Nembudziya constituency have pleaded for assistance to end the water crisis which has become a threat to their thriving community gardens project.
By The Southern Eye
Oct. 2, 2021
Water crisis worry Gokwe elderly
ELDERLY women in Gokwe-Nembudziya constituency have pleaded for assistance to end the water crisis which has become a threat to their thriving community gardens project.
By The Southern Eye
Oct. 2, 2021
