Farmers urged to speed up winter wheat preparations

“Time is of the essence. Farmers must move quickly to prepare their land and plant within the recommended window if we are to achieve meaningful yields,” Magwenzi said.
By Staff Reporter May. 1, 2026
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ARDA’s weak asset controls condemned

The committee also warned that weak internal controls pose the risk of asset misuse.
By Kirsty Sibanda Apr. 29, 2026

Foreign military attachés tour ARDA projects, hail Zimbabwe’s agricultural push

ARDA chief executive officer Tinotenda Mhiko said planting was progressing well and remained on course to meet — and potentially exceed — the provincial target.
By Farming Reporter Apr. 21, 2026

300K Zim farmers to benefit from chilli production

Chinese buyers, who visited Stagri-Brands’ value-addition facilities in Banket this week, expressed interest in sourcing Zimbabwean chillies due to their natural and organic quality.
By Jairos Saunyama Apr. 9, 2026

ARDA CEO Mhiko clinches third consecutive President’s award for top performance

The award recognizes his stewardship of the state enterprise and adherence to performance-driven management criteria aligned with national development goals.
By Staff Reporter Mar. 16, 2026

ARDA reopens Norton fruit processing plant, aims to transform rural economies

The facility, which had been idle for four years, represents a significant investment in agro-processing
By Agriculture Reporter Feb. 4, 2026

Pests, leaching threaten crops

According to reports, farmers across Zimbabwe have exceeded the maize planting target for the summer agricultural season, reaching 105% of the planned area.
By Sharon Zebra Jan. 21, 2026

Mat South poised for bumper harvest: Experts

MATABELELAND SOUTH province is expecting a bumper harvest following the good rains falling across the country in the 2025-26 agricultural season.
By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 14, 2026

Zacc officer in trouble over Marconati cyanide scandal

His arrest followed the shooting of a local man by his mine security guards while he was walking past his property.
By Staff Reporter Dec. 24, 2025