Villagers sell their livestock for a song
Zimbabwe is going through a severe drought amid fears that more livestock could die as the effects of climate change wreak havoc across the country.
By Sharon Sibindi
Apr. 7, 2024
High rabbit pellets prices choke Zimbabwe farmers
Rabbit farming has emerged as a vital sector for creating employment, particularly in peri-urban and rural areas
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Apr. 5, 2024
Beekeeping as a mitigatory measure to El Niño threats
More bee-farmers need to step up to the scene and the existing ones need to adapt their beekeeping methods to sustainable honey production.
By Nyasha Kavhiza
Apr. 5, 2024
Transforming agric shows, trade fairs and competitions into genuine knowledge management platforms
In addition to mobilising diversity, agricultural shows should enable building of synergies between actors from different agroecological regions.
By Charles Dhewa
Apr. 3, 2024
Villagers should fight for their rights: Minister
Ndlovu was responding to inquiries about 180 villagers from Gwanda who were arrested for illegal occupation of land at Hollings Block Farm.
By Nizbert Moyo
Apr. 3, 2024
Farmer in soup after assaulting widow
Jiti suffered serious injuries after Lee Saunders allegedly assaulted her with fists and smashed her against a wall.
By Jairos Saunyama
Apr. 1, 2024
Bringing critical care directly to communities impacted by cholera
The recurring cholera outbreaks in informal settlements like Hopley in Harare underscore the peril of poverty and inadequate urban planning.
By Amh Voices
Mar. 30, 2024
Alternative farming ways during drought
These alternatives not only offer resilience in the face of a drought, but also provide a sustainable pathway towards ensuring food security for both animals and humans.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi
Mar. 28, 2024
Farmers slam tobacco buyers over ‘price fix’
Since the start of the marketing season, the top price for premium tobacco has been constant at US$4,99 per kg, while the contract price has been hovering around US$6 per kg.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Melody Chikono
Mar. 24, 2024