Andrew
Online Reporter
LOCAL wheat producers have been recognized for their contribution to the country’s wheat production in the 2021 cropping season.
Over 35 delegated companies and farmers received awards from the Zimbabwe Wheat Board.
The awards were non-competitive.
Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development deputy Minister Vangelis Haritatos, who was the guest of honor at the event, highlighted the growth of the country’s wheat sector.
“In 2021, the sector grew by 36,4 percent and we are sitting at a gross sector value of about US$8 billion against our 2025 target of US$8,2 Billion. This is achievable and even much earlier if this good spirit is retained amongst us,” he said.
Deputy Minister Haritatos added that Government appreciates the efforts by private sectors in augmenting its efforts to increase wheat production.
Bongani Ndlovu
Online Reporter