Govt to regulate seed production

The country’s regulations and laws governing seed production stipulate that only registered sellers and seed testing laboratories can sell and test seed.
By Lorraine Muromo Nov. 29, 2024

Govt to monitor grain prices as hunger bites

At least 5,5 million people are said to be in need of food aid, according to humanitarian agencies.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Brent Shamu May. 3, 2024

Govt to clamp down on cotton side marketers

Farmers are owed US$3,2 million by the country’s largest cotton producer, Cottco Holdings Limited (Cottco).
By Blessed Ndlovu Apr. 11, 2024

Senators demand answers on Byo water crisis

Haritatos said they wanted to introduce booster pumps along the Mtshabezi pipeline to improve pumping capacity from 16 megalitres per day to 30 megalitres.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 28, 2024

Farmers urged to preserve biodiversity

It is imperative that governments, non-governmental organisations, local communities, and the private sector work together to protect and promote biodiversity.
By Lorraine Muromo Feb. 3, 2024

Govt commits to resuscitating agriculture, food systems

Haritatos said development in the agricultural sector would go a long way in uplifting the standards of living of the citizens.
By Donald Nyandoro May. 2, 2023

Beware of fake livestock vaccines, govt warns

THE Department of Veterinary Services has warned farmers not to buy livestock vaccines from unlicensed dealers,
By By Obert Siamulandu Dec. 9, 2022

January Disease kills 500k cattle: Govt

Haritatos said farmers should intensively dip their cattle to avoid spread of tick-borne diseases.
By Sharon Buwerimwe Dec. 8, 2022

Fertiliser price increase, a result of global shocks

This comes amid concerns over the rise in fertiliser prices, leaving farmers unsure about availability and  affordability.
By Lorraine Muromo Oct. 27, 2022