Zimbabwe achieves record wheat harvest

Zimbabwe has achieved a record-breaking wheat harvest, with deliveries reaching 563,961 tonnes, significantly surpassing last year’s 467,000 tonnes. This milestone marks the nation’s largest wheat harvest since the inception of commercial wheat farming in 1966 and ensures self-sufficiency for the third consecutive year. The bumper harvest comes at a critical time, as global wheat supply chains face disruption due to geopolitical conflicts, particularly in Eastern Europe. The success allows Zimbabwe to sidestep these challenges, strengthening its food security and reducing dependency on imports. Wheat was cultivated on 120,000 hectares this year, a notable 30% increase from the 91,000 hectares planted in 2023. This expansion is attributed to deliberate planning and support for farmers. In his weekly report, Mr. Leonard Munamati, chief director of the Agricultural and Rural Development Advisory Services (ARDAS), highlighted the nation’s focused efforts to achieve this feat. “Having ...