Zimbabwe Targets 340% Crop Production Surge in 2025
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By Brandon Moss
Zimbabwe is setting its sights on a dramatic agricultural turnaround. The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has unveiled a plan to boost crop production by 340% in the 2024/25 season, focusing on maize, wheat, and soybeans.
The strategy includes expanding irrigation coverage from 200,000 to 350,000 hectares, distributing subsidized inputs to over 1.5 million farmers, and deploying digital extension services to improve agronomic practices. The government is also partnering with the FAO and private seed companies to introduce drought-tolerant crop varieties.
Agricultural economist Dr. Tendai Moyo says the plan could reduce Zimbabwe’s reliance on food imports, which currently exceed $800 million annually. However, success hinges on timely input delivery, stable fuel prices, and climate adaptation.
If implemented effectively, the initiative could stabilize rural incomes, enhance food sovereignty, and position Zimbabwe as a regional grain exporter.
