Bulawayo hit by day-old chicks shortage: Farmers cry foul
A shortage of day-old chicks has gripped Bulawayo, with some unscrupulous suppliers allegedly forcing smallholder farmers to buy feed as…
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Zim exhibits rich organic products at UAE expo
ZIMBABWE has charmed international buyers with its basket of nutrient-rich organic products displayed at the recently held Middle East Organic…
ARESS starts domestic sesame seed breeding
THE Directorate of Agricultural Research, Education and Specialist Services has started sesame seed breeding, with the planting material expected to…
Zimplow bullish about last quarter prospects
Zimplow Holdings expects a solid performance in the final quarter of 2025, driven by stable mineral prices, increasing investment across…
Tobacco exports hit US$1bn
Tobacco exports have generated US$1,1 billion between January and November this year from the sale of 201,415 million kilogrammes of…
Fish farmers push for tailored insurance cover
ZIMBABWE’S fast-growing fish farming industry has renewed calls for a dedicated aquaculture insurance package, warning that lack of proper cover…
Raw milk production surges
RAW milk production rose by 5% from 95 million litres in 2024 to 100 million litres during the same period…
Ministry develops agribusiness growth plan
THE Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development’s Business Development Markets and Trade Department is drafting a five‑year…
2nd traditional grains conference kicks off
THE 2nd International Traditional Grains Conference kicks off in Bulawayo tomorrow with delegates expected to chart a clear roadmap for…
Rains increase flooding risks in region
SOUTHERN Africa countries, including Zimbabwe, are expected to receive normal to above-normal rainfall in the 2025-26 season, heightening the risk…