Zimbabwe plans to harvest 600 thsd tons
According to the 2025 Winter Crops Plan, Zimbabwe plans to harvest 600,000 tonnes of wheat from 120,000 hectares, 39,000 tonnes of barley from 6,500 hectares and 236,000 tonnes of potatoes from 8,700 hectares. 29,372 hectares of wheat have been sown so far, with the largest area in Mashonaland West Province.
The country’s grain reserves are adequate, a Cabinet briefing was held on May 20, 2025. The government will provide resources for the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) to ensure timely payment for grain deliveries.
Construction of 14 grain silos is underway, with the Kwekwe silo already completed. This will facilitate efficient storage of the crop.
Cotton procurement for 2025 will begin on June 1, prices will be determined after consultations. 211 permanent and 476 mobile procurement points have been established.
As of May 16, 2025, 189 million kilograms of tobacco were sold at an average price of $3.38 per kilogram, a 21% increase in volume but a lower price compared to 2024.
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