Rain gods finally smiled on the Midlands while the state delivered supplies on time. Local farmers planted maize early to catch consistent showers. The Agricultural and Rural Development Authority targets 7,000 hectares of corn alongside 7,500 hectares of sorghum. They expect these fields to pump out 35,000 tonnes of yellow grain and 22,500 tonnes of sorghum to fill the strategic reserve.
Busiso Mavankeni, the provincial director, praised growers for listening to expert guidance during land prep. She noted that irrigation users look solid but warned everyone to plant sunflower seeds immediately. Keeping drainage clear prevents waterlogging, while minimum tillage helps soil drink up moisture.
She also reminded ranchers to dip livestock frequently because ticks love wet weather. The national plan targets 1.8 million hectares for maize and large chunks for traditional grains. This push aims to secure food sufficiency using free seeds and fertilizer distributed under support schemes.
Busiso Mavankeni, the provincial director, praised growers for listening to expert guidance during land prep. She noted that irrigation users look solid but warned everyone to plant sunflower seeds immediately. Keeping drainage clear prevents waterlogging, while minimum tillage helps soil drink up moisture.
She also reminded ranchers to dip livestock frequently because ticks love wet weather. The national plan targets 1.8 million hectares for maize and large chunks for traditional grains. This push aims to secure food sufficiency using free seeds and fertilizer distributed under support schemes.
