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Topic : Wheat

Govt bullish over 2025 wheat yields

To mitigate the situation, Munamati said farmers across various sectors had already produced over 3,5 million hay bales and urged them to increase production.

By Ruvimbo Mukubwa Jul. 4, 2025

Wheat farming and its contribution to Zimbabwe’s economic growth

Wheat farming has become a key agricultural activity in Zimbabwe, contributing not only to food security but also to economic development.

By Wayne Matyukira Jun. 12, 2025

Wheat farming and its contribution to Zimbabwe’s economic growth

Wheat harvest tops 560 000 metric tonnes

Jiri applauded farmers who managed to surpass the previous production record, adding that he expects the same to happen the next season.

By Takudzwanashe Mangongera Nov. 27, 2024

Wheat harvest tops 560 000 metric tonnes

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

CIMMYT expands climate-smart interventions in southern Africa

Zimbabwe to achieve targeted metric tonnes of winter wheat

As the nation approaches the peak of the 2024/25 winter wheat production cycle, harvesting is expected to commence shortly.

By Agriculture Reporter Aug. 23, 2024

Zimbabwe to achieve targeted metric tonnes of winter wheat

CIMMYT develops multiple stress tolerant maize varieties

Zimbabwe, like many other nations, continues to grapple with the harsh realities of climate change, characterised by erratic rainfall patterns, prolonged droughts and extreme weather events.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Mar. 28, 2024