By Tapiwa Nyasha Mutonda The recent drought and extreme heat across Zimbabwe have severely impacted the agricultural sector. Even though cotton is regarded as a drought-tolerant crop, the value chain has not been spared. The low-lying regions, which are major cotton-producing areas, have been particularly affected by the adverse weather conditions. This…
By Rose Rusariro/ Samson Tarusenga Zimbabwe’s macadamia nut value chain has been on steady growth since its inception at the turn of the millennium. The country, especially the eastern parts such as Chipinge, boasts of favourable climatic conditions and adequate rainfall, which are critical for macadamia production. Despite facing challenges unpredictable…
By Cliff Chiduku Zimbabwe has for years been experiencing less and less rains owing to changing weather patterns. In the face of climate change, farmers have to employ adaption and resilient mechanism or else they will suffer. Farmers can spread the risk associated with changing weather patterns by planting various crops and…
