Tobacco crop faces new disease threat
Tobacco Research Board (TRB) plant pathologist in the plant health and agricultural resilience division, Charles Karavina, warned farmers about the devastating effects of FWD.
By Nhau Mangirazi
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Tobacco crop under threat from fungal disease
TRB plant pathologist Mike Maranda said the board was working on several interventions to reduce the impact of the disease.
By Nhau Mangirazi
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Matabeleland South props up tobacco production
TIMB acting chief executive Emmanuel Matsvaire said the regional presence would drastically reduce the distance farmers travel, lowering costs and increasing access to markets.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 23, 2025
World Earth Day — The planned rescue of the dying Nyaodza River
Nyaodza River under the Sanyati sub-catchment area is in northwestern Zimbabwe.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 22, 2025
Tobacco farmers urged to prioritise quality production
Tobacco is the country’s top agricultural export foreign currency earner.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 18, 2025
Inaugural China-Zim Tobacco Expo on the cards
The expo was conceived following engagements between TIMB and AEA Association officials at the 2024 China International Import Expo in Shanghai.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Apr. 15, 2025
Parly must flex its muscles to halt TIMB chaos
The output will be a rebound from the 230,9 million kg recorded last year, which was lower than that of 2023 due to the El Nino-induced drought.
By Newsday
Mar. 25, 2025
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TIMB board hits turbulence, faces chop
The impending board dissolution follows reported differences between Lands and Agriculture minister Anxious Masuka and the board.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 24, 2025
ZimTrade to conduct outward seller mission to Malawi
Both countries are members of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa and the Southern African Development Community.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 20, 2025
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US$200 million wiped off Zim mining industry... power cuts, slumping prices ravage first quarter
Local News
Apr. 25, 2025
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‘Super-rich’ coalition fights Mnangagwa road dualisation... US$11m project threatens Highlands’ iconic Musasa trees, climate
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Apr. 25, 2025
Political gamble attracts mixed feelings... NTA proposal rebuked, embraced
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By Julia Ndlela
Apr. 25, 2025
