The National Biotechnology Authority’s Technical Chairman, Zelph Dhlamini, has revealed that the Zimbabwean government is set to approve the use of genetically modified (GM) crops in a bid to improve food security during a virtual discussion.
Category: Agriculture
Chiredzi Sugarcane Farmer Gloria Chauke Wins for Herself and Her Mother
Gloria Chauke, a 27-year-old sugarcane farmer hailing from the rural area of Gezani in Chiredzi South, has clinched the title of best female farmer among small-scale farmers.
Local farmers invited to showcase at MacFrut Expo
The Agriculture and Marketing Authority has invited local horticulture players to register for the upcoming MacFrut Expo 2024 in Italy. The expo will be held from May 8th to May 10th at the Remin Expo Centre. MacFrut is an international trade fair focused on fruits and vegetables, providing a platform for exhibitors to showcase their […]
Urban smallholder farmer transforms passion into thriving business
Mr. Dominico Chitingwiza, a dedicated urban smallholder farmer, has transformed his passion for farming into a thriving business. His commitment to providing high-quality produce while supplementing his income has captured the attention of the local community in Queenspark Suburb, Bulawayo.
Rural smallholder farmers, unsung heroes of sustainable food systems
From floods to droughts, smallholder farmers are too often overlooked and left to tackle the planet’s erratic weather alone,” says the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
BEST transforms lives in Mhlanguleni
The Beef Enterprise Strengthening and Transformation (BEST) project has transformed the traditional smallholder farming communities, especially in Mhlanguleni which previously relied largely on crop production as the primary means of income to sustain livelihoods.
Lowveld Farmers urged to dive into agribusiness
Mhlaguleni, Chiredzi South based community builder and game changer, Hebert Phikela [42], has urged Lowveld subsistence farmers to switch to agribusiness to mitigate food insecurity and beat poverty.
Indigenous Poultry Project Transforms Lives in Mwenezi, Chiredzi Districts
In the rural districts of Mwenezi and Chiredzi in Masvingo Province, smallholder farmers are facing increasing challenges in sustaining their livelihoods due to the impact of climate change
Block Farming System: A Game-Changer for Smallholder Farmers in Chiredzi
As the winter wheat farming season approaches, smallholder irrigation farmers in Chiredzi are being urged to consider establishing block farming projects. This approach is considered one of the best for smallholder farmers as it offers numerous advantages, including increased access to markets.
Triangle backyard gardener cashes in big with ornamental horticulture
Mr Chrispen Bvukuta is one of a few backyard gardeners who have realized the potential of ornamental horticulture in Triangle. While most of the gardeners have been producing vegetables mainly for consumption, Mr Bvukuta decided to utilize his backyard garden for income generation. He then ventured into ornamental horticulture in 2018, having been inspired by a neighbor who has been in the business for some time.