Zimbabwe ponders wheat, maize exports

Published 2023년 7월 13일

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Zimbabwe is considering exporting excess maize and wheat to other countries in Africa as the country has achieved food self-sufficiency and exceeded its agriculture sector economy target ahead of schedule. The country achieved this through various agricultural programs and projects that improved output and ensured access to sufficient food for its citizens. Zimbabwe registered a bumper harvest of over three million tonnes of grain in 2021 and for the first time in 56 years, the country harvested more wheat than it needed, creating a surplus and saving foreign currency.

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Source: Zimbabwe ponders wheat, maize exports | The Chronicle (Top Stories) Nqobile Bhebhe – nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw BASKING on the glory of increased agricultural production under the Second Republic, Zimbabwe has not only attained food self-sufficiency but is now considering exporting excess maize and wheat to other countries within the African region. In line with the National Development Strategy (NDS1), the country has already hit the US$8,2 billion agriculture sector economy target ahead of the 2025 deadline, according to official reports. In a departure from the past when Zimbabwe had resorted to importing grain, the improved output has ensured that all citizens at all times have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food. Grain Marketing Board This has been achieved through the adoption of the climate-proofed Pfumvudza/Intwasa programme, supported by the Presidential Input Scheme, the National Enhanced Crop Productivity Scheme and ...

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