Zim ends incentives for traditional grains
The government implemented a policy that offers a 20% price premium for traditional grains over maize to encourage their cultivation between 2020 and 2023.
By Lesley Kufandada and Sharon Zebra
11h ago
Govt proposes maize price of US$380/MT
GOVERNMENT has proposed a planning price of US$380 per metric tonne for maize and traditional grains for the 2025/26 cropping season, up from the current price of US$376/MT.
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 15, 2025
GMB delayed payments squeeze farmers
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) has failed to pay for deliveries made earlier this year, casting a shadow over the upcoming planting season.
By Nunurai Jena
Sep. 14, 2025
Seed Co @85, revenue soars
In the mid-term economic review, the agricultural sector’s growth projection was revised upwards to 21,5%, marking a strong recovery from 18,1% contraction in 2024.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
Aug. 29, 2025
Maize imports to decline: Report
The report attributes the expected recovery to a La Niña weather pattern that brought good rains during the crucial second half of the crop production period.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Jun. 26, 2025
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Zim takes lion’s share of SA maize exports
Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services minister Jenfan Muswere recently announced that Zimbabwe was expecting approximately 2,29 million tonnes
By Ruvimbo Mukubwa
May. 13, 2025
Southern Africa remains in food crisis: WFP
The region, typically self-sufficient in maize, is expected to face a sharp shortfall, with current production unable to meet demand.
By Praise Nyamadzawo
Nov. 15, 2024
CIMMYT expands climate-smart interventions in southern Africa
The adoption of innovations, including conservation agriculture and resilient legume systems, is increasing farmers' resilience and buffering against future shocks.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Oct. 24, 2024
Rwanda donates 1000 metric tonnes of maize meal to Zimbabwe
In his acceptance speech , Local Government minister minister Daniel Garwe described Rwanda as Zimbabwe’s “all-weather friend”.
By Trust Makore
Sep. 20, 2024
