Zimbabwe will host the National Seed Summit at Cresta Lodge Harare from May 19 to 21, 2026, with the gathering expected to provide a high-level platform for strategic dialogue, investment advocacy, policy engagement and knowledge exchange.
In a statement, the Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Resources Development said the summit seeks to address emerging challenges affecting agriculture while positioning innovation and technology at the centre of national food production systems.
“Zimbabwe’s National Seed Summit will provide a platform for strategic dialogue, investment advocacy, policy engagement, and knowledge exchange on building resilient seed systems for climate-smart agriculture,” the Ministry said.
According to the Ministry, the event will create opportunities for stakeholders to exchange ideas on seed development, distribution systems, climate adaptation and technologies that improve agricultural resilience.
“The Summit will bring together stakeholders to explore practical solutions that strengthen seed systems, improve access to quality seed and support climate resilience in agricultural production,” the Ministry added.
The Ministry noted that the gathering aligns with Zimbabwe’s long-term economic aspirations and wider continental food security initiatives.
“The Summit aligns with Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 and broader continental efforts to strengthen Africa’s food systems through innovation and technology delivery,” the Ministry said.
The Ministry said that resilient seed systems are increasingly becoming essential as countries confront recurring droughts, erratic rainfall patterns and climate-related disruptions that threaten food production.
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“Strengthening resilient seed systems is critical in ensuring farmers have access to improved, adaptable and high-quality seed varieties capable of supporting productivity and food security under changing climate conditions,” the Ministry added.
The summit comes as Zimbabwe continues to intensify efforts to modernise agriculture through climate-proofed farming systems, increased mechanisation and innovation-driven interventions aimed at enhancing yields and ensuring national food self-sufficiency.
