Govt pledges timely payment to keep grain moving

He said farmers and service providers, especially transporters, would be paid promptly throughout the marketing season
By Desmond Chingarande Jun. 24, 2026

Traditional seed breeders ease climate change anxieties

The district, situated in ecological Region IV, suffers from frequent and prolonged dry spells, particularly during the November to April summer cropping season.
By Sydney Kawadza Apr. 22, 2026

From niche to nourishment: How rabbit farming is reshaping Zimbabwe’s agricultural landscape

IN Zimbabwe, a quiet agricultural revolution is underway, led not by traditional crops or livestock, but by rabbits.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Sep. 30, 2025

Lack of storage facilities costs farmers

Small-scale farmers have been losing money, particularly on fruits and vegetables due to the overabundance of perishables compared to the low disposable income of consumers.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 18, 2024

‘Agric sector supplying 60% of industrial raw materials’

According to statistics from the Agriculture ministry, in 2021 Zimbabwe’s economy grew by 7,8% largely as a result of the 36,4% growth recorded in the agricultural sector.
By Freeman Makopa Apr. 18, 2023

‘US$2 billion pumped into irrigation revamp’

During the period, private sector players established the Food Crops Contractors Association, which has been credited for underpinning the sector’s growth.
By Freeman Makopa Feb. 24, 2023

Kenya allows farming and imports of GM crops

President William Ruto's government has turned to genetically modified crops as a way of helping boost yields.
By Bbc News Oct. 4, 2022

Kenya lifts ban on genetically modified crops in response to drought

A statement issued by President William Ruto's office after he chaired a cabinet meeting described lifting the ban as part of responses to the drought.
By Reuters Oct. 4, 2022

Kenya lifts ban on genetically

A statement issued by President William Ruto's office after he chaired a cabinet meeting described lifting the ban as part of responses to the drought
By Reuters Oct. 4, 2022