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 Apr. 25, 2025

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

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
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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

Tobacco industry goes digital with biometric farmer registration system

The country is Africa’s leading tobacco-growing nation and the world’s fourth-largest producer after China, Brazil and India.
By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 7, 2025

2025 tobacco marketing season opens

Tobacco is Zimbabwe’s top export crop and the second largest forex earner after gold.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 6, 2025

Don’t trade local currency component on parallel market, TIMB tells growers

Tobacco farmers will retain 70% of their proceeds in United States dollars and get the balance in local currency.
By Nhau Mangirazi Mar. 3, 2025
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Zim losing millions in unprocessed tobacco exports

Economist Masimba Kuchera said Zimbabwe exported raw tobacco without adding value.
By Nhau Mangirazi Feb. 27, 2025
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TIMB sets new pricing model ahead of tobacco selling season

In the past tobacco farmers have faced many challenges such as delayed payments, price volatility and illicit trading.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Feb. 23, 2025