Dr. Kibet's (@lenna_kibet) astonishing discovery of a cow with a stomach full of nails, nets, clothes, and other foreign objects has sent shockwaves through the farming community. This alarming case highlights a serious and often overlooked threat to livestock health. While some might question the cause, the science is clear: cows are indiscriminate feeders, and accidental ingestion poses a significant risk.

Farming is a unique blend of passion and practicality. The land is in your blood, but to keep the legacy alive, you need the business savvy of any entrepreneur. A cornerstone of that savvy is understanding the rigid line between the money you earn and the money your farm earns. Tempted to treat them as the same? Here's why that's a path to trouble and how to do things the right way.

HARARE, ZIMBABWE – In a pivotal move towards addressing the interwoven challenges of climate change, water scarcity, and food insecurity, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Zambezi Watercourse Commission (ZAMCOM) have joined forces. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) solidifies their shared commitment to fostering resilience across the vital Zambezi Watercourse Region.

Cape Town, South Africa: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC), have organized a three-day workshop to validate the SADC Biodiversity Strategy & Action Plan (SBSAP); developed with technical and financial support of FAO under the European Union (EU) funded Capacity Building Related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements in African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries Phase 3 (ACP-MEAs 3) project.

Successful poultry farming doesn't happen by chance. It rests on a foundation of sound management, starting from the birds' earliest days.

The internet, chatty neighbours over the fence, online forums…the flow of tips, shortcuts, and 'must-do-now' advice never seems to stop.

In the serene landscapes of Manicaland province, an incident has recently unfolded that underscores a pressing challenge within Zimbabwe’s agricultural framework.

The much-loved Zimbabwe Herd Book (@Zimherdbook) is all set to bring the much-anticipated Beef School for the year 2024.

Feedlotting is a way of fattening cattle in a confined space with a balanced ration of grains and hay.

A farm record system is a vital tool for any farmer who wants to manage their business effectively and efficiently.

In Harare, Zimbabwe, a regional workshop on taking action on biodiversity for food and agriculture in Africa is currently in progress.

Zimbabwe has achieved a remarkable feat in its Pfumvudza/Intwasa programme, a climate-smart agriculture initiative

Zimbabwe is facing an African Armyworm outbreak affecting multiple provinces and crops

The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has advised farmers to complete any planting

Once upon a time, in the heart of Zimbabwe, there lived a farmer named Tendai. Tendai was known far and wide for

Are you looking for ways to improve your crop yield and quality? If so, you might want to consider using good quality

Maize is one of the most important crops in the world, and its production depends on many factors, such as;

Zimbabwe is currently facing an anthrax outbreak that has killed 36 animals and infected 518 people in four districts: Chipinge, Hurungwe, Gokwe North and Gokwe South.

If you are a crop farmer, you know how important it is to plan ahead and optimize your production.

Meet David Hula, a farmer from Charles City, Virginia, who has consistently set new world records in maize production.