Agriculture

National Breed Sale continues to beef up our cattle industry

By Staff Writer / August 2, 2024 /

The Zimbabwe Herd Book’s 56th annual National Sale has been and gone. It is one of the most anticipated and important events on our cattle sector’s calendar. Despite Zimbabwe facing…

Read More

The sweet success of Dr Tunga’s farm: Where sustainable agriculture meets profit

By Staff Writer / August 1, 2024 /

By Selected Seeds Nestled in the heart of Zimbabwe’s Lowveld, Dr Tunga’s farm is a beacon of innovation and sustainability. This pioneering farmer has revolutionised his sugarcane farm by harnessing…

Read More

Private/public sector partnership vital for livestock sector growth

By Staff Writer / July 30, 2024 /

Zimbabwe’s government pledged to protect and promote stud breeding in recognition of the continuing importance of the stud industry in providing top-quality seed stock to enhance livestock production in the…

Read More

Review of Boran Society annual production sale

By Staff Writer / July 29, 2024 /

The Zimbabwe Boran Breeders Society’s ninth annual production sale held at the end of June was a resounding success, showcasing the outstanding performance and growing popularity of this African breed…

Read More

From the Archives – A look back at 2023 National Breed Sale

By Staff Writer / July 23, 2024 /

With this year’s ZHB National Sale fast approaching, we are here taking a look at a report covering highlights and prices from last year’s event. National Sale : Showcase for…

Read More

Coming soon: Zimbabwe’s premier annual National Breed Sale

By Staff Writer / July 19, 2024 /

The 56th National Breed Sale, hosted by the Zimbabwe Herd Book (ZHB), is set to take place on July 26, 2024, at the CC Sales venue in Mount Hampden, Harare.…

Read More

Using indigenous cattle breeds to enhance resilience and maintain productivity

By Staff Writer / July 12, 2024 /

John Crawford, third generation Zimbabwean commercial beef and dairy cattle producer from Chinhoyi, recently hosted a field day to showcase the value of indigenous Sanga Tuli and Mashona breeds for…

Read More

Winter wheat: Government prioritises domestic production

By Staff Writer / July 1, 2024 /

Following the declaration of a state of disaster (April 3, 2024) due to drought, the Government of Zimbabwe has embarked on an aggressive wheat-based food security program this winter. It…

Read More

Blueberry market bursting with opportunities for Zimbabwe

By Staff Writer / June 24, 2024 /

Taking a look at one of our exciting agricultural sectors Blueberries, one of Zimbabwe’s newer horticultural crops, have emerged as one of our best-performing export crops in the last five…

Read More

Boran cattle shine in tough Zimbabwean conditions

By Staff Writer / June 17, 2024 /

Zimbabwe’s often harsh agricultural landscape needs a breed of cattle that can not only withstand but perform in some of our toughest cattle-rearing conditions. Enter the Boran breed. Originally hailing…

Read More