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Outlook for Southern Africa’s climate: key findings from SARCOF-29
The Twenty-Ninth Southern Africa Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF-29) was held from August 26 to 28, 2024, in Harare. This forum brought together climate experts from various Southern African Development…
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Zimbabwe cattle traceability scheme celebrates 25 years of service to the livestock industry
The Livestock Identification Trust (LIT) celebrates its 25th year of business this month. The office opened on August 16, 1999 with Dr Mario Beffa as the General Manager and a…
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Preparing for future challenges: Strengthening Zimbabwe’s livestock industry post-El Niño
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…
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Beef School 2024: Not to be missed
The Zimbabwe Herd Book (ZHB) 12th Annual Beef School is just around the corner, and it’s an event that no serious cattleman or woman can afford to overlook. Scheduled over…
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The quiet revolution of soil health regeneration using the mighty magic of humble earthworms
Farming stories shared on this platform often focus on large-scale commercial enterprises, offering insights that are fascinating yet distant from many people’s realities. This story, however, is more personal and…
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Buying a beef bull by AT Stubbs
FROM THE ARCHIVES Buying a beef bull Your day at the bull sale could be one of the most important, from a cattle breeding point of view, that you will…
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National Breed Sale continues to beef up our cattle industry
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…
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The sweet success of Dr Tunga’s farm: Where sustainable agriculture meets profit
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…
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Private/public sector partnership vital for livestock sector growth
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…
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Review of Boran Society annual production sale
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…
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