Zimbabwean wheat production reached an unprecedented 640,000 metric tons this season, marking the third consecutive year the southern African nation achieved self-sufficiency in the grain, according to agricultural officials. Permanent Secretary Obert Jiri confirmed on Sunday that yields from 124,000 planted hectares exceeded domestic consumption requirements of 360,000 tons, positioning the country to pursue export opportunities within regional markets. Enhanced irrigation systems, mechanized equipment access, and expanded smallholder participation through presidential subsidy programs contributed to average field yields of 5.2 tons per hectare.
The Agricultural and Rural Development Authority delivered over 300,000 tons from 60,000 hectares, representing a 17 percent increase from the previous season. Officials attributed the record harvest to coordinated input distribution, reliable electricity and water supplies, and deployment of modern harvesting machinery that minimized weather-related losses during collection operations.
The Agricultural and Rural Development Authority delivered over 300,000 tons from 60,000 hectares, representing a 17 percent increase from the previous season. Officials attributed the record harvest to coordinated input distribution, reliable electricity and water supplies, and deployment of modern harvesting machinery that minimized weather-related losses during collection operations.
