Zhovhe irrigation project to boost Beitbridge food security
The scheme is expected to reduce the district’s vulnerability to erratic rainfall while creating opportunities for both commercial and communal farmers to expand production.
By Staff Reporter
Aug. 28, 2026
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Gold greed endangers Gwanda village, irrigation scheme
The Makwe Irrigation Scheme Business Unit is funded by the Government and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
By Staff Reporter
Aug. 16, 2026
368 irrigation schemes commercialised
“Government is committed to rehabilitating and expanding irrigation infrastructure to mitigate the effects of climate change, which has increasingly affected rain-fed agriculture,” he said.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 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
Mounting challenges sour sugar production
In its latest report, Foreign Agricultural Service Pretoria (FAS) said despite some optimism with sugarcane growth the domestic sugar market remains saturated.
By Ruth Maseko
Apr. 27, 2026
Irrigation schemes to be transformed into commercial entities
THE government has directed irrigation schemes to operate as commercial enterprises, emphasising business planning, market research, and professional management to boost productivity
By Pride Nyamupangedengu
Mar. 30, 2026
Delta strengthens local agricultural value chains
Beyond seasonal inputs, the company — particularly through its barley scheme — has consistently invested in durable capital equipment, including combine harvesters, irrigation systems
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 17, 2026
Shurugwi MP moves to boost food security
The legislator said while Shurugwi has received good rainfall this season with prospects of a bumper harvest, relying solely on rain-fed agriculture was no longer sustainable.
By Moses Mugugunyeki
Jan. 25, 2026
Of irrigation schemes promises, progress and the funding question
Large-scale irrigation, dam construction and rural infrastructure development were treated as national priorities, not optional expenditure.
By Newsday
Jan. 21, 2026
