By Tapiwa Nyasha Mutonda Cotton plays a significant role in the economy of Zimbabwe, contributing to the country’s agricultural sector and overall economic development. The importance of cotton to Zimbabwe’s economy can be analyzed from various perspectives, including its contribution to employment, export earnings, provision of raw materials and rural livelihoods. Despite such…
By Tapiwa Nyasha Mutonda While launching the 2023 cotton marketing season in Mahuwe last month, Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development minister Dr Anxious Masuka bemoaned poor quality seed cotton, before urging farmers to…
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…
