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Govt calls for plant Act enforcement 27/6/2019 The Herald Cletus Mushanawani Mash Central Bureau THE Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Climate and Rural Resettlement will continue to develop appropriate legislation, regulations and policies to facilitate agriculture and agribusiness. In a speech read on her behalf by the acting director in her office, Mr Admore …
Milk output up 27/6/2019 Livestock and Meat Advisory Council The Chronicle Oliver Kazunga, Senior Business Reporter ZIMBABWE’S milk output for the first quarter increased by 14 percent to 19,4 million litres compared to the same period last year, the Livestock and Meat Advisory Council has said. In its latest report for the period under review, …
‘Crop research critical for improved food security’ 27/6/2019 The Chronicle Pamela Shumba, Senior Reporter THE development of research is critical in ensuring improved food security in the country, the First Lady Amai Auxilia Mnangagwa has said. Speaking after touring the International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (Icrisat) in Matobo yesterday, Amai Mnangagwa said climate …
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Cotton farmers in Sanyati optimistic 26/6/2019 The Herald Blessings Chidakwa in Kadoma COTTON farmers in Sanyati and surrounding areas are optimistic of higher yields, with sampling by Government showing a significant increase in average hectarage per farmer this season. The development has been attributed to Government’s focused support and subsidy under the Presidential Inputs …
Venture into horticulture, farmers urged 26/6/2019 The Herald Fungai Lupande Mashonaland Central Bureau Farmers in Mashonaland Central have been urged to venture into horticulture to ensure continuous flow of income throughout the year, Seed Co agronomy and extension services manager Dr John Bhasera has said. Speaking at a horticulture field day at Dairies of …
Agric show preps hot up 26/6/2019 The Herald Ellen Chasokela Herald Reporter The Zimbabwe Agricultural Society (ZAS) has stepped up preparations for this year’s rebranded Zimbabwe Agricultural Show, with focus on increasing capacity in the Exhibition Park and transforming the show from a display platform to an opportunity ecosystem. This year’s show, which runs …
Farmers urged to diversify 25/6/2019 The Herald Emmah Chinyamutangira Manicaland Correspondent MANICALAND farmers have been advised to diversify their agricultural options so as to boost both crop and livestock productivity while broadening revenue streams in the face of adverse weather patterns. Addressing farmers during an Agritex field day at Tokwe Farm in Vumba last …
Irrigation project to ensure food security 25/6/2019 The Herald Kudakwashe Chidziya Manicaland Correspondent THE Zimunya-Marange Community Ownership Trust has constructed a 200 000 litre storage tank to pave way for the establishment of an irrigation scheme as part of efforts to ensure food security. The communal farmers will draw water from Mpudzi Dam, which …
$6m livestock facility roars to life 25/6/2019 The Herald Africa Moyo AGRIBANK has started disbursing funds under the $6 million livestock facility availed by Government to revive the livestock sector and is calling on more farmers to apply for the funds. Government came up with the facility, which is being administered by Agribank, after …
Rustler gang slaughters four cattle at roadside 25/6/2019 The Chronicle Sharon Buwerimwe, Chronicle Reporter A MAN from Bulawayo has appeared in court for allegedly stealing four head of cattle from a farmer in Mbembesi. Thandazani Ndlovu (36) with three accomplices only identified as (Golide) Tshuma, Talent and Levison, who are still at large, allegedly stole …