Zim bets on grass tech to boost food security

The technology, which uses specially grown grass as a substrate for mushroom cultivation, is gaining traction due to its affordability and quick returns, Jiri said.
By Lesley Kufandada Apr. 1, 2026

Irrigation schemes to be transformed into commercial entities

THE government has directed irrigation schemes to operate as commercial enterprises, emphasising business planning, market research, and professional management to boost productivity
By Pride Nyamupangedengu Mar. 30, 2026

Mutoko bioeconomy plant showcases model for rural industrialisation

A FINEALT bioeconomy plant in Mutoko is emerging as a flagship initiative for community-based production and innovation in rural areas. 
By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 27, 2026

Seed Co launches new climate-smart seeds to bolster food security

AGRICULTURAL giant Seed Co has intensified its push for climate-smart farming technologies and crop diversification with the launch of new seed varieties.
By Sharon Zebra Mar. 13, 2026

Zimbabwe launches platform to tackle climate change

He said the platform would help streamline resilience coordination, knowledge management and resource mobilisation while ensuring collective efforts deliver maximum impact. 
By Ruth Maseko Mar. 11, 2026

Climate-smart livestock farming adopted

Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development ministry permanent secretary Obert Jiri described the initiative as a strategic investment in Zimbabwe’s long-term sustainability. 
By Sharon Zebra Feb. 14, 2026

Zim plants 1,8m hectares of maize

ZIMBABWE has planted more than 1,8 million hectares of maize this season, Agriculture ministry secretary Obert Jiri has said, raising hopes of a strong harvest following heavy rains. 
By Kirsty Sibanda Feb. 6, 2026

Zim on high alert as foot-and-mouth disease surges

Zimbabwe’s agricultural authorities are ramping up border surveillance and may introduce livestock restrictions following a surge of the foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Mangwe district .
By Kirsty Sibanda Jan. 27, 2026

ZITF gears up for livestock conference

PREPARATIONS for the livestock conference set for the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo have gained momentum with more than 200 delegates expected.
By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 16, 2026