‘Agric the heartbeat of Zim economy’
Lonster Mutata-Herald Correspondent AGRICULTURE is more than just a means of livelihood in the country; it is the heartbeat of the nation’s economy. As it stands, around 61 percent of…
Mash West surpasses maize target, pushes for climate-resilient crops
Mashonaland West Bureau Mashonaland West Province has surpassed its summer maize planting target and is anticipating another strong harvest. This success comes alongside a concerted push for farmers to integrate…
Potatoes rising demand presents opportunities
Word from the Market Tina Nleya The New Year brings a wealth of opportunities and one of the most prominent is the potato. Potatoes have steadily transitioned from a supplementary…
Tobacco marketing season preps begin
Elita Chikwati Agriculture News Editor TOBACCO farmers have begun reaping and curing their crop ahead of the 2026 marketing season, which is expected to start earlier than usual, as Zimbabwe…
Timber revival to transform provincial economy
Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter IN a bold step to revitalise the provincial economy, Manicaland is preparing for a grand revival of its timber industry, identified as a key pillar in…
GMB engages transporters for 2026 marketing season
Edgar Vhera-Specialist Writer – Agribusiness Preparations for the 2026 grain marketing season are underway, with the Grain Marketing Board engaging private transporters to facilitate the movement of 500 000 tonnes…
Inbreeding undermines livestock resilience
Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter A WORRYING pattern is emerging in communal farming communities across Manicaland, where livestock herds are increasingly compromised by inbreeding. The practice — mating closely related animals…
High-impact dams to transform agric
Precious Manomano Herald Reporter The construction of larger dams, known as high-impact dams, in Zimbabwe is set to transform the country’s agricultural landscape and boost economic growth and farmer incomes…











