Auction tobacco price overtakes contract, as sales hit US$465m

THE average price of tobacco under the auction system has for the fourth consecutive day overtaken that of the contract system, as farmers grossed US$466 million after Day 41 of the 2025 tobacco marketing season.

Farmers adapt to climate change 

FARMERS in Karoi are basking in the glory of a successful season in which they managed to grow maize to enhance their livelihood.

A tale of two harvests: Unmasking Zim’s maize paradox

THE sun beat down on Gogo Emily Takawira’s small plot in Chinhoyi.

Experts, farmers team up to boost livestock sector

EFFORTS to enhance Zimbabwe’s livestock sector are gaining momentum as farmers collaborate with experts to boost production and ensure sustainability.

Revised agricultural marketing rules announced

Edgar Vhera-Agriculture Specialist Writer GOVERNMENT has announced new marketing rules for crops being harvested in a move that promotes competitive pricing for the benefit of farmers. Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water…

Macadamia exports surges by 77pc

  Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter   THE horticulture sector continues its upward trajectory, with macadamia nuts leading the charge and recording an impressive 77 percent increase in export receipts, signalling…

Seed boost for farmers

Raymond Jaravaza SMALL-SCALE grain farmers countrywide now have the chance to increase yields and boost national food security by accessing over 8 500 plant genetics for free from the International…

Farmers keen on title deeds

Precious Manomano-Herald Reporter OVER 5 000 farmers have shown interest in acquiring title deeds which are part of the Government’s initiative to provide security of tenure to Land Reform Programme…

Farmers bemoan late payments

  Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter   MANICALAND wheat farmers are optimistic about exceeding this year’s 13 000-hectare winter wheat target, despite payment delays from the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) for…

Small grains agri-tourism research Indaba set for Buhera

  Lloyd Makonya Correspondent   AS the world increasingly turns to sustainable and nutritious food systems, Zimbabwe is taking bold steps to celebrate its rich agricultural heritage.   From May…

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