Zimbabwe achieved its fourth straight record wheat harvest with 639,942 tons, surpassing the 600,000-ton national goal and marking the highest output in 59 years. The nation joins Ethiopia as the only wheat self-sufficient country in Africa, with production already exceeding the conservative annual domestic requirement of 360,000 tons.
Agricultural authorities reported completed harvests across all provinces, with Mashonaland West leading at 188,541 tons from 35,296 hectares. Production has climbed steadily from 213,000 tons in 2021 to last season's 563,961 tons, demonstrating sustained agricultural expansion. Officials attribute success to improved financial services access, timely input distribution, and partnerships with ZESA and ZINWA for uninterrupted electricity and irrigation water.
The government tracked 21 key enablers during winter cultivation, including prioritized electricity supply, enhanced water management, pest control measures, and expanded access to seeds, fertilizers, financing, and modern equipment. Zimbabwe now seeks export markets for surplus wheat under its Agriculture, Food Systems and Rural Transformation Strategy.
Agricultural authorities reported completed harvests across all provinces, with Mashonaland West leading at 188,541 tons from 35,296 hectares. Production has climbed steadily from 213,000 tons in 2021 to last season's 563,961 tons, demonstrating sustained agricultural expansion. Officials attribute success to improved financial services access, timely input distribution, and partnerships with ZESA and ZINWA for uninterrupted electricity and irrigation water.
The government tracked 21 key enablers during winter cultivation, including prioritized electricity supply, enhanced water management, pest control measures, and expanded access to seeds, fertilizers, financing, and modern equipment. Zimbabwe now seeks export markets for surplus wheat under its Agriculture, Food Systems and Rural Transformation Strategy.
