Diversification

Hurudza mindset: Zimbabwe does not just need bigger farms. It needs better farming systems

By Staff Writer / November 9, 2026 /

A provocative conversation about smallholder farmers, commercial agriculture, mechanisation, technology, policy, profitability and the future of Zimbabwean agriculture. Let me ask Zimbabwe a question that might disturb a few comfortable…

Preparing for future challenges: Strengthening Zimbabwe’s livestock industry post-El Niño

By Staff Writer / August 26, 2024 /

By Selected Seeds Weather is often unpredictable, posing significant challenges for Zimbabwean farmers. Events such as droughts, cyclones, and extreme weather can devastate fertile land, leading to crop failures that…

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…

Improving livelihoods with crop diversification

By Staff Writer / January 26, 2022 /

Improving Rural Livelihoods in Zimbabwe through Crop Diversification. Many rural communities across Africa – Zimbabwe inclusive – and other developing regions of the world depend on agriculture for survival, either…