Govt faces backlash over new seed treatment rule
Authorities say the measure is vital to counter the invasive pest that has wreaked havoc on crops across sub-Saharan Africa.
By Freeman Makopa
12h ago
Zim removed from global hunger list
The drought, described as the worst in 40 years, left an estimated 7,6 million people in dire need of humanitarian assistance.
By Lorraine Muromo
Jun. 19, 2025
Women cultivate resilience and food security through agroecology
They have adopted agroecological practices to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and ensure food security for their families and communities.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Jun. 18, 2025
Only 10,85% of Zim’s arable land is under irrigation
This means the country is in serious need of investments to scale up production.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 22, 2025
Japanese farm minister resigns following gaffe over rice
Eto has been in hot water since media reports exposed comments he made at a weekend political fundraising party that he had "never had to buy rice" thanks to gifts from supporters.
By Reuters
May. 21, 2025
China-aided agricultural demonstration village launched in Shamva
Speaking at the launching ceremony of the demonstration village attended by Chinese and Zimbabwean officials and local villagers, Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries.
By Newsday
May. 16, 2025
Govt wheels move slowly as Warwick Farm saga drags on
Reports of clandestine manoeuvres to own Warwick Farm, coupled by the authorities’ lackadaisical approach to resolve the ownership standoff, have intensified rivalry for land at the farm.
By Takudzwa Munemo
May. 7, 2025
How disasters decimate Zimbabwean agriculture and food security
The consequences are stark: dwindling harvests, decimated livestock, disrupted livelihoods, and a deepening chasm of food insecurity.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
May. 4, 2025
FAO supports Zim’s agric 2030 vision
Locally, Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector is under threat from economic instability, climate change, currency volatility, low capitalisation and policy missteps.
By Farming Reporter
May. 1, 2025
