Matabeleland South props up tobacco production
TIMB acting chief executive Emmanuel Matsvaire said the regional presence would drastically reduce the distance farmers travel, lowering costs and increasing access to markets.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 23, 2025
World Earth Day — The planned rescue of the dying Nyaodza River
Nyaodza River under the Sanyati sub-catchment area is in northwestern Zimbabwe.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 22, 2025
Tobacco farmers urged to prioritise quality production
Tobacco is the country’s top agricultural export foreign currency earner.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 18, 2025
Inaugural China-Zim Tobacco Expo on the cards
The expo was conceived following engagements between TIMB and AEA Association officials at the 2024 China International Import Expo in Shanghai.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Apr. 15, 2025
Parly must flex its muscles to halt TIMB chaos
The output will be a rebound from the 230,9 million kg recorded last year, which was lower than that of 2023 due to the El Nino-induced drought.
By Newsday
Mar. 25, 2025
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TIMB board hits turbulence, faces chop
The impending board dissolution follows reported differences between Lands and Agriculture minister Anxious Masuka and the board.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 24, 2025
ZimTrade to conduct outward seller mission to Malawi
Both countries are members of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa and the Southern African Development Community.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 20, 2025
Tobacco industry goes digital with biometric farmer registration system
The country is Africa’s leading tobacco-growing nation and the world’s fourth-largest producer after China, Brazil and India.
By Obert Siamilandu
Mar. 7, 2025
2025 tobacco marketing season opens
Tobacco is Zimbabwe’s top export crop and the second largest forex earner after gold.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Mar. 6, 2025
