Tobacco crop under threat from fungal disease
TRB plant pathologist Mike Maranda said the board was working on several interventions to reduce the impact of the disease.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 25, 2025
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
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
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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
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
Don’t trade local currency component on parallel market, TIMB tells growers
Tobacco farmers will retain 70% of their proceeds in United States dollars and get the balance in local currency.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 3, 2025
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Zim losing millions in unprocessed tobacco exports
Economist Masimba Kuchera said Zimbabwe exported raw tobacco without adding value.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Feb. 27, 2025
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TIMB sets new pricing model ahead of tobacco selling season
In the past tobacco farmers have faced many challenges such as delayed payments, price volatility and illicit trading.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Feb. 23, 2025
