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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HWANGE — In the heart of a district frequently battered by drought and food insecurity, the Kubudilila solar-powered nutrition garden stands as a beacon of hope—a testament…

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Agricultural Exports Surge Past US$2.1 Billion as Zimbabwe’s Farming Sector Hits Record Highs

3 weeks ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE — Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector has achieved a historic milestone, with exports now exceeding US$2.1 billion, President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced at the official opening of the 116th…

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Harvest Is the Starting Point, Not the Finish Line — Mugaga

4 weeks ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE — For decades, Zimbabwe has measured agricultural success in tonnes, hectares, and the number of farmers planting each season. But according to the Zimbabwe National Chamber…

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Chakari Zonal Agricultural Show Sets Stage for District, National Showdowns

3 months ago

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By Azriel Chimeno KADOMA — The road to the National Agricultural Show in Harare officially began for Chakari farmers when Dalny High School hosted the Chakari Zonal Agricultural Show. More…

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Climate-Ready Farming Boosts Incomes in Southern Zimbabwe

3 months ago

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By Admore Mbonda in Kariba KARIBA— UNDP Zimbabwe, working with the Government of Zimbabwe and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), has released an updated account of progress under the Climate…

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Revitalizing Zimbabwe’s Fisheries: A New Era in Aquaculture

6 months ago

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By Admore Mbonda in Kariba In a groundbreaking move that could transform the landscape of Zimbabwe’s fisheries sector, the validation of the National Aquaculture Frame Survey has been officially announced.…

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Farmers Flock to Karoi as Tobacco Prices Hit US$5.50 per kg

6 months ago

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By Elvis Dumba Farmers from across Hurungwe District thronged the auction floors in Karoi, Mashonaland West Province, following the official opening of tobacco sales, which began nationwide on March 4.…

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Tobacco Marketing Season Ignites Optimism in Karoi

6 months ago

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By Admore Mbonda in Karoi KAROI– The commencement of the 2026 tobacco marketing season has generated spirited discussions among local farmers, as auction floors in Karoi open with prices reaching…

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Energy production for development of Agric in Zimbabwe

7 months ago

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BY TONY M. MONDA Energy production in Zimbabwe stands at 9,709 Gigawatt hours (GWh), with hydro-power at 4990 GWh contributing the most; followed by coal (4542 GWh), Biofuels (129GWh) and…

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An update on foot and mouth disease in Zimbabwe

7 months ago

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By Dr Tony Monda The Covid-19 Pandemic that spread across the globe, claiming the lives of millions of people taught us that infectious diseases must not be taken for granted.…