Archive for October 2025
The evolution of Zimbabwe’s stockfeeds industry
By Rowan Hayter Zimbabwe’s stockfeeds industry has undergone remarkable transformation over the past decade, with total feed production surging by 62% since 2016. However, beneath this impressive growth figure lies a complex story of shifting market dynamics, changing consumer preferences, and evolving agricultural practices that have fundamentally reshaped the landscape for beef producers. The numbers…
Read MoreZimbabwe, China deepen tobacco ties at historic inaugural Expo
The inaugural Zimbabwe-China Tobacco Expo concluded last week, marking a historic milestone for Africa’s tobacco sector. Officially launched by Hon. Dr. Anxious Masuka, Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, this two-day event brought together China and Africa’s “T5” major tobacco producing countries (Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique) under the theme: “From Leaf to…
Read MoreConserving Zimbabwe’s indigenous goat heritage: The untapped potential of Matabele and Mashona breeds
By Joseph Sikosana Zimbabwe’s indigenous goat breeds, the Matabele and Mashona, represent centuries of natural selection and adaptation to our unique environment. Yet despite their remarkable resilience, disease resistance, and proven ability to thrive under harsh conditions, these hardy breeds remain largely undervalued in our small-stock industry. As commercial farmers increasingly turn to exotic breeds,…
Read MoreKoala Park’s beef production and dual backgrounding system
At the Zimbabwe Herd Book’s 13th Beef School recently held in Bulawayo, cattle producers and industry stakeholders gathered to explore innovative approaches to cattle production that are transforming the local beef sector. Among the standout presentations was an insightful analysis from Koala Park’s Willy Swan, who shared how his company has revolutionised its operations through…
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