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Topic : Francis Mukoyi

Fake tobacco seeds flood market
Kutsaga Research Board head of genetics Francis Mukoyi confirmed reports of illicit seed sales, including unapproved old varieties and landraces labelled as Kutsaga hybrids.
By Nhau Mangirazi Jul. 31, 2025
Fake tobacco seeds flood market

Illegal seed varieties threaten tobacco industry
In a report addressed to growers, Kutsaga, a leading tobacco research institution, cautioned against the use of unapproved and untested tobacco varieties.
By OPHAR MAVURI Apr. 4, 2025
Illegal seed varieties threaten tobacco industry

‘Tobacco farmers must choose fast-growing seed’
“Traditionally, we recommend that fast-growing varieties be grown in slow-growing regions and vice-versa,” Mukoyi said.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Apr. 28, 2023
‘Tobacco farmers must choose fast-growing seed’

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