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TIMB dismantles 2 corruption syndicates

At its peak in 2023, tobacco contributed over US$900 million in export earnings, supporting thousands of livelihoods, especially in rural communities.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Apr. 18, 2025

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

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Outrage over US$500 land levy for ‘new farmers’

In 2020, President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed a US$3,5 billion compensation agreement with Andrew Pascoe, representing the Commercial Farmers Union.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Apr. 13, 2025

Outrage over US$500 land levy for ‘new farmers’

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Binga MP pushes for land rights reforms

Cumanzala said the land reform programme of 2000 did not correct some colonial era policies which left communal farmers without title deeds.

By Patricia Sibanda Apr. 3, 2025

The value of bringing dignity and respect back to the farming profession

Such training-the-trainer models have outlived their relevance because many farmers are more knowledgeable and innovative than extension officers.

By Charles Dhewa Apr. 2, 2025

The value of bringing dignity and respect back to the farming profession

When and why capacity to produce is more important than land ownership

Many farmers who have land lack other resources like knowledge, markets and critical skills. That is why advisory services on natural resource utilisation are badly needed.

By Charles Dhewa Mar. 26, 2025

When and why capacity to produce is more important than land ownership

Harnessing the digital shovel: How Zimbabwean smallholder farmers can cultivate prosperity in a changing climate

Zimbabwe can explore similar systems to enhance the competitiveness of its agricultural products in both domestic and international markets.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Mar. 16, 2025

Harnessing the digital shovel: How Zimbabwean smallholder farmers can cultivate prosperity in a changing climate

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

Matobo farmers welcome rains, fear damages and losses

FARMERS in Matobo district have welcomed the current incessant rains in the area after a prolonged drought amid new concerns over heavy downpours threatening crop survival.

By Patricia Sibanda Mar. 1, 2025