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 3h ago

Seed Co @85, revenue soars

In the mid-term economic review, the agricultural sector’s growth projection was revised upwards to 21,5%, marking a strong recovery from 18,1% contraction in 2024.
By Kudakwashe Taimo Aug. 29, 2025

Maize imports to decline: Report

The report attributes the expected recovery to a La Niña weather pattern that brought good rains during the crucial second half of the crop production period.
By Takudzwa Munemo Jun. 26, 2025
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Zim takes lion’s share of SA maize exports

Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services minister Jenfan Muswere recently announced that Zimbabwe was expecting approximately 2,29 million tonnes
By Ruvimbo Mukubwa May. 13, 2025

Southern Africa remains in food crisis: WFP

The region, typically self-sufficient in maize, is expected to face a sharp shortfall, with current production unable to meet demand.
By Praise Nyamadzawo Nov. 15, 2024

CIMMYT expands climate-smart interventions in southern Africa

The adoption of innovations, including conservation agriculture and resilient legume systems, is increasing farmers' resilience and buffering against future shocks.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 24, 2024

Rwanda donates 1000 metric tonnes of maize meal to Zimbabwe

 In his acceptance speech , Local Government minister minister Daniel Garwe described Rwanda as Zimbabwe’s “all-weather friend”.
By Trust Makore Sep. 20, 2024

Rwanda donates 1000 metric tonnes of maize meal to Zimbabwe.

In his acceptance speech , Local Government minister minister Daniel Garwe described Rwanda as Zimbabwe’s “all-weather friend”.
By Trust Makore Sep. 20, 2024

Caution: Drought relief scandal ahead

Forty-two years ago, two years after political independence, corruption levels were tame compared to the current rampant levels.
By Trevor Ncube Jun. 6, 2024