Business leaders fret over 2025 growth prospects
Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers Union president Shadreck Makombe told the Zimbabwe Independent that crippling power cuts were still being experienced.
By Julia Ndlela and Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 10, 2025
Business leaders fret over 2025 growth prospects
Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers Union president Shadreck Makombe told the Zimbabwe Independent that crippling power cuts were still being experienced.
By Julia Ndlela and Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 10, 2025
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Makombe also pleaded for a reduction in taxes levied on farmers.
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The Zimbabwe Smallholder Organic Farmers’ Forum (ZIMSOFF) convened a meeting with parliamentarians recently and expressed concern over government’s failure to engage them.
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Farmers slam tobacco buyers over ‘price fix’
Since the start of the marketing season, the top price for premium tobacco has been constant at US$4,99 per kg, while the contract price has been hovering around US$6 per kg.
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Farmers slam tobacco buyers over ‘price fix’
Since the start of the marketing season, the top price for premium tobacco has been constant at US$4,99 per kg, while the contract price has been hovering around US$6 per kg.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Melody Chikono
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Belarussian support anchors Zim wheat output
Commercial Farmers Union (CFU) president Shadreck Makombe acknowledged that support from Belarus was driving Zimbabwe’s wheat production.
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As El Niño looms, preparedness is key
El Niño is associated with increased temperatures and low rainfall, which can significantly impact agricultural productivity.
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Cotton farmers hail new producer prices
Mubonderi, however, said the differential grading fees were not enticing enough to encourage farmers to grade their cotton.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
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