By Bolton Kudzai Kakava Zimbabwe is a signatory of the UK Eastern-Southern Africa Economic Partnership Agreement (UK ESA-EPA) and the EU interim Economic Partnership Agreement (EU iEPA) which it should utilize to enjoy duty and quota free access to these markets. In addition, Zimbabwe signed a trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE)…
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By Peter Mudzimiri Seed cotton, commonly known just as cotton, is largely the second most important cash crop in Zimbabwe. It is cultivated by thousands of smallholder farmers in the summer rainfall growing season (November to April). The cotton plant is grown for a host of purposes and products. Cotton lint refers to the…
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By Chipo Tachiona Cattle fattening is a method of raising livestock that minimizes animal mobility, allowing animals to gain weight more quickly. Larger animals produce more meat, which can be sold for more money on the market. Many people throughout the world are gaining money by engaging in livestock farming, focusing on cattle fattening.…
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WORD FROM THE MARKET By Peter Mudzimiri The last quarter of 2022 witnessed the outbreak of the foot and mouth disease in some parts of the country particularly in Mashonaland East, Mashonaland Central and parts of Manicaland provinces. The government has upped efforts to contain the disease through the necessary treatment and vaccinations. Concerted effort…
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By Cliff Chiduku Last week, someone vented his frustrations on social media after buying four tomatoes for US$1 from a vegetable vendor in a leafy Harare suburb. The vendor justifies her prices, saying the tomatoes were imports from Zambia. There is no justification for Zimbabwe to import tomatoes from its northern neighbour given that the…
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By Cliff Chiduku Mushroom growing has become one of the fastest-growing home-based agro-business venture in Zimbabwe. For years, it has proven to be a wellspring of income for many, especially youths and women. It has become popular because it allows the recycling of worthless materials such as sawdust, banana leaves, husks and dung, which…
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Peter Mudzimiri The country is gearing for the 2022/2023 agricultural season. Harvesting of the 2022 winter wheat crop has also commenced for the early crop. It is all hands on the deck to ensure yet another successful agricultural season. Calls have been made by various stakeholders for clarity on the marketing of grains and other…
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WORD FROM THE MARKET By Cliff Chiduku People usually come up with business ideas after having discussions with friends, family members, or while having a lone moment. However, at times picking someone else’s idea and try to make it better can do the trick. Bee-keeping is usually the last of ideas that people would…
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Agricultural Marketing Authority CEO @Clever_Isaya presenting worker of quarter shields at the authority strategic review meeting in Harare. From left: Emelda Hwara (Mashonaland East field officer) and @pandebwendengo (Masvingo filed officer).
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Step-by-Step documentation process to help you when exporting Horticulture produce from Zimbabwe. 1. Register with Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA) which is the national authority that regulates marketing of Agric products in Zimbabwe. This is an Annual registration as an Agro-producer or dealer. Located at 8 Leman Rd, Harare (along 2nd Street near UZ turn off) Just across the…
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