Zimbabwe launches new agricultural strategy to boost local production of high-demand crops

Data shows that between 2019 and 2024, the import volume of pasta and rice increased by 362% and 237%, respectively, while corn imports decreased by 147% compared to 2020, reflecting the rapid changes in residents' dietary needs. Rice has become the fourth most important starchy food after corn, wheat, and traditional grains. The new agricultural strategy aims to enhance national food security and industrial competitiveness through localized production, value chain strengthening, and reducing foreign exchange pressure, planning to increase traditional grain production to 797,000 tons by 2030 and reduce import expenditure by promoting traditional grains, ...