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#ZITF2026 #Day5 A compelling showcase of the Ministry’s accelerated mechanisation drive, decisively advancing productivity and strengthening national food and nutrition security. @obertjiri

GMB has clinched Silver at ZITF 2026 in the Food Processing, Beverages, Catering and Equipment category! Driven by its food unit Agro Dura Brands, this win celebrates GMB’s journey from grain to greatness and commitment to food security. #Food Security: Everywhere. Everyday.

ARDA @arda_zim hits the ground running at #ZITF2026 in Bulawayo with a world-class showcase of rural industrialisation, blending agro-processing, integrated farming & value chains to drive Vision 2030. Step in and witness agriculture powering transformation. #ZITF2026 #VisitARDA #RuralTransformation #ValueAddition #Vision2030

Touring the Ministry stand, Minister of Lands and Rural Development Hon. Vangelis Peter Haritatos says integrated rural transformation now drives Zimbabwe’s growth, with accelerated investment in rural infrastructure, value addition and industrialisation to boost jobs, productivity and inclusive prosperity under Vision 2030. #ZITF2026 #RuralDevelopment #ValueAddition #Vision2030

Tobacco prices are firming as quality drives the market. Honourable Minister Dr. Anxious Jongwe Masuka today toured TSF Auction and Ethical Sales floors in Harare, urging farmers to tighten grading, improve curing, and deliver clean leaf. Quality means better income. #FoodSecurityEverywhereEveryday

PS Prof Dr Obert Jiri endorsed Smart Pfumvudza at a ZICFU Field Day in Goromonzi, hosted by farmer Mr Beren Stockhill, showcasing irrigated tobacco & maize under farmer-designed mini linear pivots costing under US$2 000, enabling early planting, beating dry spells and assuring food security.

@EuanUdzero @MoLAFWRD_Zim @obertjiri @VPHaritatos @ZBCNewsonline @zfu_official @ZCFU_official @ChronicleZim @StarfmZimbabwe @ZiFMStereo Only Professors and Doctors understand that jargon

@MoLAFWRD_Zim @obertjiri @VPHaritatos @ZBCNewsonline @zfu_official @ZCFU_official @ChronicleZim @StarfmZimbabwe @ZiFMStereo In Zimbabwe, maar can a person be a Professor before having acquired a doctorate? If not, why write Professor Doctor Obert? Why isn't Professor Obert enough?

The nation already has more than 187 000mt grain including maize, traditional grains and and wheat — as Zimbabwe heads into yet another bumper harvest. #FoodSecurity: Everywhere. Everyday.

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Prof. Dr. Obert Jiri has assured the nation of food security, with more than 187 000mt of grain stored at the Grain Marketing Board. #Food Seurity: Everywhere. Everyday

Banana Value Chain Key to US$2B Horticulture Drive. PS Prof. Dr. Obert Jiri visits Matanuska Estate, Burma Valley (321ha, 450 workers). 60% of bananas exported to South Africa, 40% local. Estate praised for top-quality fruit vital to Zimbabwe’s horticulture growth. @obertjiri

PS Prof. dr. Obert Jiri has commissioned the Jairos Jiri VBU in Umguza, Mat North, a 1ha horticulture unit empowering disadvantaged groups. Rooted in Jairos Jiri’s legacy, the project showcases Rural Development 8.0 in action. @obertjiri

*Wheat Success* in Mhangura at Victory Farm, Mashonaland West! Youth farmer Tichaona Mapfoche expecting to harvest 7–8t/ha on 110ha of winter wheat this season—thanks to a successful joint venture and ARDA support. #WheatSuccessZW #JointVenturesZW #YouthInAgriZW #MashWestRising

In Wanezi District, 30 hectares have been unlocked for irrigation, benefiting 74 households and boosting local food production. #FoodSecurity Everywhere, Everyday @MoLAFWRD_Zim @GMBdura @arda_zim @zinwawater @AfcHoldings

Proper and timely planning—land prep, input sourcing, and seasonal forecasting—ensures farmers surpass targets. With adequate preparation, farmers reduce risks, maximize yields, and guarantee household and national food security. Productive farming starts with a solid plan.

Huge congratulations to ‘Stoff’. Christopher Renwick James Hawgood the 2025 Dairy Oscar Award Winner! Your dedication, passion, and leadership have made a significant impact on Zimbabwe's dairy industry. Well-deserved recognition for an outstanding dairy farmer! #DairyOscar’25.

Today, PS Prof. Dr. Obert Jiri commissioned the Kasikili Jabula VBU in Hwange, a model rural enterprise under SACP. Powered by solar irrigation, it supports 35 households, earned $4K in its first season, and targets $7K now. Real progress for Vision 2030. #RuralDevelopment

Agro-industrialization is key to unlocking agricultural value. By investing in agro-processing and rural manufacturing. Zimbabwe creates jobs, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve livelihoods.

Nicaragua’s ambassador, H.E Nadeska Cuthbert, paid a high-level courtesy call to Minister of State for Manicaland, Hon. Mishek Mugadza. With shared climatic conditions, both sides eye robust partnerships in agriculture.

Deputy Minister Hon. V.P. Haritatos is in Berlin for the Policies Against Hunger conference hosted by Germany’s Agriculture Ministry. Key issues: 🌍 Land access 👩‍🌾 Women & girls’ empowerment 🌱 Bioeconomy for food security 🌾 Sustainable agri supply chains

“GOVERNMENT has signed an agreement with six banks to offer mortgage facilities to help farmers acquire title deeds, unlock better financial opportunities and improve agricultural development, Minister Dr Anxious Masuka” heraldonline.co.zw/govt-6-banks-i…