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Dowsing in Zimbabwe
By Morag Flight This article is an insightful firsthand narrative of Morag Flight’s experiences with dowsing, a traditional method used to locate underground water sources. It takes us through the…
Read MorePrecision feeding in beef production – enhancing reproductive success with strategic supplementation
By international ruminant nutrition consultant Dr. Hinner Köster In the world of beef production, precision feeding is a crucial element that can significantly improve the profitability and efficiency of operations.…
Read MoreCelebrating 40 years of the International Tobacco Growers’ Association (ITGA)
Today, 26 November 2024, marks the 40th anniversary of the International Tobacco Growers’ Association (ITGA). The ITGA is an organisation that has served as a dedicated advocate and global platform…
Read MoreFarmer focus: Agri influencer Tatendaishe Ukama
At just 26 years old, Tatendaishe Constantino Ukama is making waves in the agricultural sector with his integrated small-scale rural dairy farm. He also raises rabbits and calls himself an…
Read MoreUnlocking your goat herd potential
Artificial insemination (AI) offers the rapid genetic improvement of your entire goat herd that you may never get with a live animal. Artificial Insemination (AI) is the process of collecting…
Read MoreEmpowering Change: TIMB Launches Innovative Sustainability Programs for Tobacco Farmers
The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) is carrying out several sustainability programmes to ensure Zimbabwe’s tobacco is produced ethically while minimising environmental impact. This is in line with The…
Read MoreWinter herd maintenance with cover crops
Since 1984, the Agricultural Research Trust has remained a significant force in the field of agriculture, committed to delivering the state-of-the-art research and training. Through this, it has equipped Zimbabwean…
Read MoreEnhancing profitability through strategic breeding objectives
This is the fourth in a series of articles from this year‘s Zimbabwe Herd Book‘s annual Beef School. Presented by Johan Styger, the current Chairman of the Livestock Registering Federation…
Read MoreThe viability of cattle production
This article is the third in a series that shares highlights from this year’s Zimbabwe Herd Book‘s annual Beef School. Presented by Jaco Erasmus, the technical adviser to the Zimbabwe…
Read MoreLa Niña predicted to weaken. What does it mean for us?
Zimbabwe’s Department of Meteorological Services (MSD) shares an annual national rainy season forecast in September following the Southern Africa Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF). Both of these assess and forecast…
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