US$1,2m GMB fraud suspects' trial kicks off
The trial of four fraud suspects who allegedly hacked a Grain Marketing Board account and attempted to divert US$1,2m to their accounts commenced last week, with the State leading its first witness
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Oct. 20, 2025
2025-26 farming season fertiliser delivery starts
Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development permanent secretary Obert Jiri said all logistics were in motion to ensure smooth and timely distribution.
By Nqobizwe Thebe
Oct. 17, 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
GMB delayed payments squeeze farmers
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) has failed to pay for deliveries made earlier this year, casting a shadow over the upcoming planting season.
By Nunurai Jena
Sep. 14, 2025
Govt on alert for local food shortages: Muswere
Tobacco sales stood at a record of 354,4 million kilogrammes as at August 18 this year compared to 231 million kilogrammes sold at the same time last year, an increase of 53,07%.
By Sydney Kawadza
Aug. 27, 2025
China donates rice to feed hungry Zimbos
THE Chinese government has donated 1 500 tonnes of rice and 750 tonnes of wheat to meet the food needs of hungry Zimbabweans
By Lesley Kufandada and Sharon Zebra
Aug. 8, 2025
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Chief’s grain levy rattles villagers
Zunde Ramambo/Isiphala seNkosi is a long-standing cultural tradition, which is spearheaded by traditional leaders and is aimed at supporting vulnerable members of community.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jul. 30, 2025
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Govt mobilises for timely grain payments
Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services minister, Jenfan Muswere, said the Strategic Grain Reserve (SGR) held 80 208 metric tonnes as of June 5 this
By Sydney Kawadza
Jun. 12, 2025
How uncompetitive prices push commodities to the informal market
These neglected commodities are left to private players who offer better prices but later manipulate prices after stocking such commodities.
By Charles Dhewa
May. 28, 2025
SA’s RMB projects gloom as crisis in Zim deepens... bank ranks the country least attractive destination
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Oct. 31, 2025
