Zimbabwe tobacco sales hit record 357mln kg but low prices haunt farmers
“As at 31 July 2026, 357,120,078 kilograms of tobacco had been sold, surpassing the 355 million kilograms produced in 2025,” the board said.
By Donald Nyandoro
12h ago
Maize deliveries surge 106%
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) said the upward trend was also reflected in deliveries of other strategic crops.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 29, 2026
Tobacco sales pass US$882 million
Auction floor sales, meanwhile, accounted for 30,385,988 kilogrammes at an average price of US$1.91 per kilogramme, earning growers approximately US$58 million.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 28, 2026
Southern Stars Foundation calls for action against cartels
The Southern Stars Foundation has issued a strong warning against organised syndicates it claims are attempting to sabotage Zimbabwe's Grain Marketing Board (GMB) operations,
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 4, 2026
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
Why data is AfCFTA's strongest currency
How is this information packaged and shared between low-producing and high-producing regions to connect markets and build viable business models?
By Charles Dhewa
Jun. 17, 2026
Tobacco Volumes Surge
“Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector has produced and sold much more tobacco in 2026, but the sharp fall in prices has reduced total farmer earnings compared to 2025,” TIMB said.
By Obert Siamilandu
Jun. 8, 2026
Tobacco average selling price plunges 25%, hurts farmer earnings
“As at day 52, a total of 255,92 million kilogrammes of tobacco had been sold at an average price of US$2,54 per kilogramme,” the 2026 16th post-Cabinet briefing statement read.
By Staff Reporter
May. 28, 2026
Stalks neglect can cost farmers millions, TIMB warns
TIMB also said proper stalk destruction created a “dead period” where no living tobacco plants remain in fields.
By LESLEY KUFANDADA
May. 27, 2026
