Tobacco output set for record harvest
“More than 135,000 farmers are involved in its production, with about 85 percent being smallholder farmers who are earning an average of around US$10,000 annually.”
By Obert Siamilandu
Jul. 3, 2026
Africa pushes green tobacco as Zimbabwe growers face land crunch
“The long-term sustainability of tobacco production can only be guaranteed if we protect our natural resources,” Mnozya told delegates.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Jul. 2, 2026
ZRP in crime awareness blitz at tobacco auction floors
That mix creates opportunity for legitimate trade and for predatory crime. Stock theft spikes as farmers move cattle and equipment.
By Nhau Mangirazi
May. 20, 2026
Depressed tobacco sales expose farmers
His story reflects a broader crisis gripping Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector, where the once-lucrative “golden leaf” is increasingly burdened by global oversupply, low prices and mounting farmer debt.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 13, 2026
Low prices, high input costs leave ‘golden leaf’ farmers swimming in poverty
Annually, he travels nearly 80km to Karoi town to sell his crop following the decentralisation of tobacco auction floors across the country.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 2, 2026
Stakeholders demand tough anti-deforestation measures
Speaking after the indaba, Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association president George Seremwe emphasised the need for transparency and accountability in afforestation efforts.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 2, 2026
Zim tobacco impresses analysts
Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association president George Seremwe applauded the farmers’ resilience approach in boosting the agricultural revolution in the country.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Jan. 31, 2026
Tobacco farmers demand indigenous tobacco policy
Addressing delegates at a conference in Harare recently, Zimbabwe Progressive Tobacco Growers Association president Mtandwa Mutasa bemoaned the lack of inclusion of indigenous farmers in the sector
By Nhau Mangirazi
Aug. 5, 2025
Zim, Philippines forge tobacco pact
Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association president George Seremwe said farmers would benefit from such visits through cross-pollination of ideas.
By Nhau Mangirazi
May. 10, 2025
