2025 MPS missed the mark: Farmers
ZFU revealed that it had consultations with the RBZ prior to the release of the MPS, during which the farmers raised several concerns that the bank ignored.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Feb. 13, 2025
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Tobacco farmers fret over slashed retention fee
Zimbabwe Progressive Tobacco Farmers Association president Mutandwa Mutasa said it is unfortunate that farmers are being taken for granted.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Feb. 8, 2025
Chipinge farmers suffer significant losses due to delayed rains
This came as the country experienced a delay to the start of the rainy season, with most areas receiving below-average rainfall.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Jan. 30, 2025
Dairy farmers to implement advanced breeding technologies
The strategy also focuses on encouraging entrants into the industry and facilitating the continued importation of heifers to expand the national herd.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 23, 2025
Solar installation tax riles farmers
The country has been enduring power outages of up to 18 hours daily since last year, severely affecting agricultural operations.
By Tanyaradzwa Kapuru
Jan. 17, 2025
Crisis over baobab in Chimanimani as locals feel shortchanged
Despite the potential for economic empowerment, the lack of regulation and fair trade practices has left villagers at a disadvantage.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 16, 2025
Business leaders fret over 2025 growth prospects
Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers Union president Shadreck Makombe told the Zimbabwe Independent that crippling power cuts were still being experienced.
By Julia Ndlela and Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 10, 2025
Young farmers optimistic despite challenges
Government investment in the sector through the 2025 budget is seen as a key enabler of this growth.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Jan. 9, 2025
Food waste and losses: Smallholder farmers bear the brunt
In general terms, food waste refers to discarded or wasted food at the retail and consumer level. This entails discarding food that is unfit for human consumption.
By Peter Makwanya
Jan. 6, 2025
Bulawayo police crack down on Entumbane drug syndicate
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By Bongile Moyo and Peter Dube
Feb. 21, 2025
