Govt pleads for investment in agric sector

Haritatos said the government was aspiring to triple soybeans and paprika production through climate smart models.
By Privilege Gumbodete Sep. 2, 2024

Hard questions for Agric minister

Whilst he gave a good account of what is happening in the agriculture sector, he left the nation with more questions than answers.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Jun. 7, 2024

Govt targets US$14 billion agric sector

Agriculture is the backbone of the economy, it accounts for 12% of the gross domestic product.
By Priviledge Gumbodete Apr. 29, 2024

Govt mulls creating 10k agro-business unit

Speaking during the project launch, Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development secretary Obert Jiri hailed the school for coming up with the business Unit.
By Innocent Magondo Apr. 27, 2024

Women own 9% of country’s cattle: WB

According to the report, a staggering 91% of cattle are found on male-owned large-scale commercial farms with women owning just 9%.
By Problem Masau Apr. 2, 2024

Armyworm scare unsettles farmers...

Makombe added that controlling the outbreak could be hampered by several challenges including logistics.
By Nizbert Moyo and Ropafadzo Makosi Jan. 24, 2024

Armyworm scare unsettles farmers

Makombe added that controlling the outbreak could be hampered by several challenges including logistics.
By Ropafadzo Makosi and Nizbert Moyo Jan. 24, 2024

Ama registers 2m farmers for inputs scheme

This comes after the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) last month reported on the initial impact of the El Niño-induced drought.
By Blessed Ndlovu Dec. 5, 2023

Govt targets agricultural land barons

His ministry is the only government arm authorised to issue tenure documents on agricultural land as it administers relevant Acts assigned to it by the President.
By Vincent Mungofa Dec. 1, 2023