Zimbabwe’s Tobacco & Wheat Sectors Set for Record Growth
Zimbabwe’s Tobacco & Wheat Sectors Set for Record Growth
Nearing its 300 million kg target for the season, Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry is on track to generate $1 billion in revenue, according to the local media.
As of last week, farmers had already earned $903.8 million from 268.5 million kg in sales—a 40.6% increase in volume and a 36.2% rise in value compared to the same period last year.
Key factors behind tobacco’s success:
🟠Increased farmer participation, including youth engagement;
🟠Improved curing practices and widespread rainfall;
🟠Government support policies and efficient auction systems.
Farmers’ union president Monica Chinamasa noted fair pricing but urged reducing the 30% local currency payment to ease operational costs.
In the wheat sector, farmers have planted over 93,000 hectares toward a 120,000-hectare target, backed by:
🟠Guaranteed inputs and extended planting windows;
🟠Prioritized irrigation electricity, critical for high yields.
A strong wheat crop is expected to save Zimbabwe more than $100 million annually through reduced grain imports, underscoring the importance of irrigation and good agricultural practices.
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