Zimbabwe works hard to prepare for winter wheat farming. The country grew 563,961 tonnes last year, beating all records since wheat farming started in 1966. This makes Zimbabwe self-sufficient in wheat for three years running. Government officials want farmers to have everything they need on time for the new season.
At a Winter Crop Conference in Bulawayo, farm director Leonard Munamati discussed plans to grow even more wheat. The goal is 600,000 tonnes from 120,000 hectares of land with better yields per area. The government wants extra wheat beyond what people need for food. They aim to store 250,000 tonnes as a backup supply.
Farmers will also grow barley and potatoes during winter. The target is 39,000 tonnes of barley from 6,500 hectares. For potatoes, they plan 236,250 tonnes from 8,750 hectares. Making this happen needs reliable electricity, water, good seeds, fertilizers, fuel, farm equipment, money, security, and better roads.
At a Winter Crop Conference in Bulawayo, farm director Leonard Munamati discussed plans to grow even more wheat. The goal is 600,000 tonnes from 120,000 hectares of land with better yields per area. The government wants extra wheat beyond what people need for food. They aim to store 250,000 tonnes as a backup supply.
Farmers will also grow barley and potatoes during winter. The target is 39,000 tonnes of barley from 6,500 hectares. For potatoes, they plan 236,250 tonnes from 8,750 hectares. Making this happen needs reliable electricity, water, good seeds, fertilizers, fuel, farm equipment, money, security, and better roads.
