Farmers target 662,500 tonnes of winter wheat harvest
FARMERS have planted 118,185 hectares of winter wheat, representing 94.5 percent of of the country’s national target of 125,000 hectares.
By Obert Siamilandu
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Currency mismatch drains millions from Zimbabwe’s insurers
Madavo estimated that an insurer processing 500 such claims annually could lose as much as ZWG15 million through exchange-rate-related leakages alone.
By Donald Nyandoro
Jun. 15, 2026
Winter wheat deadline extended to June 15
Magwenzi said the extension would allow farmers more time to clear their fields, but warned that late planting will require adjustments to production practices.
By LESLEY KUFANDADA
Jun. 4, 2026
Government extends winter wheat planting deadline
Agricultural and Rural Development Advisory Services (ARDAS) chief director Medlinah Magwenzi said as of May 31, 73% of the 125,000ha national target had been planted.
By Donald Nyandoro
Jun. 3, 2026
Zimbabwe Winter Wheat Planting Reaches 78,458 Hectares
The Ministry noted that the country’s favourable water situation continues to provide a strong foundation for winter wheat production.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 2, 2026
Winter Warmer Show explodes into Skyline River Resort
The event will be headlined by Nutty O, who will be joined by Hwinza, Dobba Don, Ndunge Yut, Ngwere Diki, and Jah Master for a lineup packed with Zimdancehall and Afrobeat.
By Sindiso Dube
May. 17, 2026
Zimbabwe eyes new wheat record
In the 2025 season, Zimbabwe produced more than 639 000 tonnes of wheat, surpassing the country’s annual consumption demand of 615 000 tonnes.
By LESLEY KUFANDADA
May. 4, 2026
Farmers urged to speed up winter wheat preparations
“Time is of the essence. Farmers must move quickly to prepare their land and plant within the recommended window if we are to achieve meaningful yields,” Magwenzi said.
By Staff Reporter
May. 1, 2026
Mash Central exceeds winter wheat target
Agricultural and Rural Development Advisory Services chief director Medlinah Magwenzi said the achievement reflected the commitment of farmers and coordinated efforts across the sector.
By Obert Siamilandu
May. 1, 2026
