Pfumvudza - The Zimbabwe Independent

Topic : Pfumvudza

Buhera farmers embrace crop insurance as ICZ intensifies payment efforts

“In Buhera alone, only about 20 farmers participated last year, but this season, the number has risen to more than 1 700 farmers, all of whom qualified for a payout.”

By Blessed Ndlovu Jul. 24, 2026

Buhera farmers embrace crop insurance as ICZ intensifies payment efforts

Unpacking environmental communication

As the world population continues to increase, the demand for food, energy, water and land also rises, placing greater strain on the environment.

By Cliff Chiduku Jul. 15, 2026

Once a basket case, Zimbabwe now teaches Africa how to farm

"The results serve to confirm that Zimbabwe has made notable strides in national food security, transitioning from deficit to surplus in staple crops such as maize and wheat.

By Sydney Kawadza Jun. 2, 2026

Once a basket case, Zimbabwe now teaches Africa how to farm

Farmers urged to embrace certified seed for higher yields

Officials said the success of Pfumvudza lies in disciplined implementation, quality seed varieties and moisture conservation practices.

By Azriel Chimeno May. 17, 2026

Farmers urged to embrace certified seed for higher yields

GMB begins paying farmers outstanding arrears for grain deliveries

GMB has faced criticism for delaying paying farmers after they would have made deliveries, severely impacting their ability to fund their operations.

By Farming Reporter Apr. 2, 2026

GMB begins paying farmers outstanding arrears for grain deliveries

Ncube warns against abuse of inputs

He urged agriculture extension workers and supervisors to advise farmers in the province to “accelerate potholing of their Pfumvudza plots and mulch.”

By Stephen Chadenga Nov. 20, 2025