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Peter Tanyanyiwa
Herald Correspondent
Harare Botanical Gardens are abuzz with activity today as many Zimbabweans and visitors from across Africa have gathered for the annual National Seed Fair, organised by the Participatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM) Zimbabwe.
The event, themed ‘Celebrating the diversity and resilience of Zimbabwean foods’, aims to showcase the country’s rich traditional food systems and seed varieties that have withstood the effects of the El Niño-induced drought.
PELUM Zimbabwe communications officer Mr Collins Chirinda said this year the event is showcasing the wide array of resilient Zimbabwean foods that did well despite the challenges.
“This year’s celebrations come at an opportune time as the country is still reeling from the effects of the drought that affected the 2023/2024 farming season,” he said.
The fair allows visitors to discover, exchange, and purchase seeds of nutritious Zimbabwean plants while knowledgeable vendors provide advice and tips.
PELUM Zimbabwe programmes coordinator Mr Theophilus Mudzindiko said the event is open to anyone who wants to celebrate diverse cultures, seeds, foods and dance.
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“We are inviting everyone to come and participate in this event, admission is free and the event will feature performances from Mbeu, Elysium Magma as well as traditional dance and drama,” said Mr Mudzindiko.
There will also be workshops and demonstrations on sustainable agricultural practices being led by agro-ecology experts.
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