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Growing the alluring calatheas Sunday Mail 14/6/2020   Andrew Mangwarara FOR many garden enthusiasts, there is no other plant group that strikes much interest as the calatheas. Calatheas are tropical plants that prefer high temperatures and lots of humidity. Once settled they should not be moved unnecessarily. The group is popular for its array of …

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Effect of Plant Growth Regulator on Wheat & Barley Production Background Wheat is the second most important strategic food security crop in Zimbabwe after Maize. Wheat has become a staple crop given high demand of bread other of its products by the urban population. Wheat farming is Zimbabwe’s major winter cropping activity. Wheat contributes about …

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Pfumvudza to boost farm output amid climatic changes    Herald 12/6/2020 Minister Shiri Dr John Bhasera Herald Correspondent GOVERNMENT recently introduced a new farming concept called “Pfumvudza” to maximise productivity per unit area, even during drought periods. The concept, if properly rolled out, can ensure household and national food and nutritional security. It involves the …

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Tips on saving water in the garden Herald 6/6/2020   A soaker hose being used to water plants Plants need water to survive and therefore the resource should not be wasted. The following tips will help plants get the water they need without wasting it. Use a soaker hose Using a soaker hose on plants …

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