By Chipo Tachiona Tick-borne diseases present a significant threat to cattle health, particularly during periods of drought when the usual challenges of livestock management are compounded by environmental stressors. This year, Zimbabwe experienced an El-Nino-induced drought. His Excellency, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has since declared drought a state of national disaster. The government has…
By Tapiwa Mutonda Last week, the 2023/24 cotton marketing season was officially opened. The season will last for one month. The season comes against a backdrop of the El Nino-induced droughts that led to reduced cotton yields and quality. As expected, the season will be one month long. The cropping season has…
By Chipo Tachiona Climate change, characterised by rising global temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events, poses a significant threat to agricultural systems worldwide. Zimbabwe, whose economy is anchored on agriculture, is bearing the brunt of climate shift. The government has been pulling no stops to make sure Zimbabwe’s…
By Cliff Chiduku In 2021, the government launched the Presidential Rural Development Programme. The programme is part of the Government’s Rural Development 8.0 initiative whose other components include the Pfumvudza/Intwasa, Presidential Cotton Input Scheme, Presidential Goat Scheme, Presidential Fisheries Scheme, Presidential Tick Grease Scheme, Presidential Poultry Scheme, Presidential Borehole Drilling Scheme, Vision…
By Cliff Chiduku/Terence Chambati In the heart of Southern Africa lies Zimbabwe, a nation rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage, but because of climate change, it is grappling with food security challenges. The government has put in place measures to make sure no one starves. This is after President Emmerson Mnangagwa declared…
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 WEATHER forecasters have predicted that Zimbabwe will receive below normal to normal rainfall, associated with extreme weather conditions such as heatwaves and dry spells during the 2023/24 season. That said, farmers should reflect long and hard on this and come up with appropriate actions through customised agricultural practices in the…
By Chipo Tachiona Zimbabwe has for the past couple of months been experiencing hot temperatures. Some areas such as Chiredzi, Mbire, Mangwe, Insiza and Gokwe have been recording temperatures of over 42 degrees Celsius. This comes after weather forecasters predicted that Zimbabwe will receive below normal to normal rainfall, associated with extreme…
