Farmers reject low tobacco prices as Zimbabwe selling season opens
Zimbabwe’s 2026 tobacco marketing season opened amid discontent from farmers who rejected what they described as extremely low prices offered by buyers on the first day of sales.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 4, 2026
NCV tobacco sparks agricultural transformation in Matabeleland
Further strengthening the value chain, the region boasts a local tobacco sales floor, established through the collaboration of TIMB and Atlas Agri.
By RHYNE CHIKUNI
Feb. 18, 2026
2026 tobacco marketing season opening date set
Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) chief executive officer Emmanuel Matsvaire confirmed the development, saying the industry was ready for the start of the selling season.
By Obert Siamilandu
Feb. 14, 2026
TIMB predicts increased production
According to official data, farmers planted more than 162 000 hectares of tobacco this season, up from about 114 000 hectares in the previous planting cycle.
By BRENT SHAMU
Jan. 15, 2026
TIMB in quality push as tobacco harvest kicks off
THE Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has urged tobacco farmers to harvest only mature leaves and strictly adhere to recommended handling and curing procedures to minimise losses
By Blessed Ndlovu
Jan. 7, 2026
Zimbabwe-China tobacco expo opens new markets
Fifteen companies exhibited under China Tobacco International, highlighting the strategic focus of the event.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Oct. 23, 2025
Zimbabwe breaks tobacco production record, farmers earn over US$1bn
Behind this success is a quiet, but powerful transformation in the way tobacco is grown in Zimbabwe.
By RHYNE CHIKUNI
Oct. 9, 2025
Preparations advance for Zim-China Tobacco Expo
PREPARATIONS for the inaugural Zimbabwe-China Tobacco Expo are at an advanced stage, with China Tobacco International leading global delegations to Harare.
By RHYNE CHIKUNI
Sep. 29, 2025
New tobacco grading system on the cards
The committee seeks to simplify the current, extensive classification by developing a streamlined framework.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Sep. 16, 2025
