By Chipo Tachiona MANY parts of the country have for several weeks been experiencing dry spell owing to an El-Nino phenomena. This has resulted in crops succumbing to moisture stress. Livestocks have not been spared. Managing cattle during drought can be a difficult and stressful task. Drought conditions can cause…
Deadline for the submission of Expression of Interest for the Provision of National Biometric Farmer Database Management System has been extended to April 2, 2024. Take note!
By Simon Pande Agricultural production is a critical component of Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy 1 which seeks to achieve an upper middle-class economy by 2030. In this regard, the government has embarked on several programmes, which seeks to empower the rural populace, the majority of whom rely on agriculture production for their livelihoods, through…
By Evan Phiri COTTON plays a crucial role in Zimbabwe’s economy well-being, contributing to both the agricultural sector and the overall economic development of the country. It provides employment opportunities for thousands, especially in rural areas where agriculture is a primary source of livelihood. Besides providing raw materials for local…
By Cliff Chiduku Nomore Tifa (38) a single mother of two will never regret the day she decided to join the Zunde village business unit (VBU) in Mt Darwin. “We used to rely on rainfed agriculture, but this is now a thing of the past as we now have a reliable source of water…
