Livestock deaths: Farmers urged to pay US$2 dipping levy
Davis Marapira, has encouraged farmers in the Midlands to pay the US$2 per animal annual tick-borne dipping levy to prevent cattle deaths in the province.
By Stephen Chadenga
Sep. 24, 2025
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
Zim’s national herd grows to 5,7m
ZIMBABWE’S national cattle herd has reached 5,7 million, a 2% increase from the previous year, according to updates presented in Parliament last week.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Sep. 15, 2025
Nutritional garden boosts food security in Mwenezi
The Gudomutovhoti Nutrition Garden in Ward 14, Mwenezi East Constituency, has emerged as a model for rural development, providing clean water, improved nutrition, and income to households
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 12, 2025
Horticulture sector records growth
ZIMBABWE’S horticulture sector is recording impressive growth, according to the Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development ministry.
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 4, 2025
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Zim steps up climate resilience with soil, water projects
“Agriculture remains one of the pillars of Zimbabwe's economy in an era marked by climate change and the pressing imperative of food security.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 5, 2025
Govt moves to avert climate crisis in Gokwe
“The government has introduced the village business unit concept nationally,” Mavankeni said.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Jul. 11, 2025
Govt faces backlash over new seed treatment rule
Authorities say the measure is vital to counter the invasive pest that has wreaked havoc on crops across sub-Saharan Africa.
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 20, 2025
Prepare for cattle feed shortages: Govt
This warning comes considering last year’s devastating agricultural losses due to the El Niño-induced drought, which resulted in inadequate water supplies and feed.
By Lee Musaidzi
May. 1, 2025
