Online Reporter
- Herald
- April 15, 2026
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Farmers urged to improve grading as tobacco quality shapes early-season prices
Theseus Mauruki Shambare FARMERS have been urged to prioritise proper grading, baling and presentation of their crop as prices begin to firm at both the contract and auction floors. The…
- Herald
- April 15, 2026
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UZ develops climate smart traditional grain varieties
Elita Chikwati Agriculture News Editor THE University of Zimbabwe has developed and registered three new traditional grain seed varieties through a collaborative effort with another Government-owned entity, Vaka Nyika Seeds…
Vusumuzi Dube
- Chronicle
- April 14, 2026
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Joint ventures drive productivity as 4 000 partnerships emerge nationwide
Theseus Shambare, [email protected] ZIMBABWE’S agricultural joint venture (JV) model continues to gain momentum, with nearly 4 000 partnerships now established nationwide as Government intensifies efforts to maximise land utilisation and…
- Chronicle
- April 14, 2026
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AI‑powered eAgro platform set to boost smallholder farming
Mthabisi Tshuma, [email protected] SMALLHOLDER farmers in Matabeleland South province are set to benefit from an artificial intelligence-powered agricultural advisory system that integrates satellite data, weather information and agronomic expertise to…
- Herald
- April 13, 2026
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Tobacco sales hit US$256m
Zimpapers Reporter The 2026 tobacco marketing season has recorded a strong performance, with total sales reaching US$255,9 million, as confidence returns to both auction and contract floors following a slow…
- Herald
- April 11, 2026
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Turmeric farmers target to spice up global markets
Precious Manomano Herald Reporter A CHEGUTU-based farmer, Mr Bornface Taruvinga, is positioning himself to tap into lucrative international markets after successfully planting 0.2 hectares of turmeric, with harvesting expected in…
- Chronicle
- April 10, 2026
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Sweet reed farming pays dividend for Komani farmers
Nothando Zondo, [email protected]. SWEET reed farming has emerged as a profitable alternative to traditional crops for farmers in Umzingwane’s Ward 17, with growers reporting strong returns and improved household incomes.…
- Manicapost
- April 10, 2026
- 47 views
Chinese delegation explores macadamia opportunities in Chipinge
Luthando Mapepa Correspondent A CHINESE delegation of horticultural product buyers visited Chipinge yesterday to explore potential business opportunities in the macadamia nut sector. The visit, facilitated by national trade promotion…
- Manicapost
- April 10, 2026
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4 000ha maize a write-off in Manicaland
Ray Bande Senior Reporter ABOUT 4 000 hectares of maize planted during the 2025/26 season have been declared a complete write-off following an intense mid-season dry spell experienced from December…
- Chronicle
- April 10, 2026
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Govt reviews agriculture sector licences, cuts fees to boost ease of doing business
Zimpapers Writer THE Government has reviewed licences, permits, levies and fees in the agriculture sector, cutting some charges for fertiliser producers and horticulture exporters, reducing the cotton buying point levy…