Declining global prices for wheat pose a challenge to Zimbabwe’s mission to self-sustain. While the country achieved sufficient tonnage to cover its own needs in 2022, the general cost levels per tonn

According to Zimtrade, the new requirements that have been put in place by EU are meant to protect consumers and prevent the spread of the False Codling Moth (FCM) into the Union. The EU enacted a reg

China's trade surplus for June decreased due to a decline in both imports and exports, which indicates a shift in the balance of trade. This shift has significant implications for China's economy and

The US dollar index saw a nosedive on Friday, falling below 100 and hitting its lowest levels in over a year. The decline comes amid indications that US inflation is on a downward trend, sparking hop

Zimbabwe's balance of trade witnessed a significant improvement, with the trade deficit declining by over 50% to US$85.1 million from a previous figure of US$196 million, representing a decline of 56.

Zimbabwe's trade deficit expanded to a three-digit figure in July 2023, marking a significant increase compared to the two-digit deficit recorded in June 2023. The total value of exports in July 2023

"Post forecasts that sugar cane production will increase by 1% to 3.5 million metric tons (MT) in marketing year 2023/24, while sugar production is expected to rise by 3% to 410,000 MT," the report st

Zimbabwe's gold exports decreased from 23.6 kilograms in March to 20.8 kilograms in April according to the latest data released by ZIMSTAT. This marks a continued decline in gold's dominance as the co

Zimbabwe's trade deficit for April widened to $256.9 million, a 37.9% increase from the $186.3 million deficit recorded in March 2024. This marked the fourth consecutive month of Zimbabwe trading in t

Ariston Holdings Limited, a diversified agricultural company, has reported a 14% increase in tea production during the half-year ended March 31, 2024. The company produced 1,830 tonnes of tea, up from

In a remarkable turn of events, the precious mineral, gold, has reclaimed its coveted position as Zimbabwe's primary export commodity, accounting for 42.5% of the nation's overall exports as of May 2

Seed Co Zimbabwe, the largest operating seed company, has leveraged increased export sales of maize seed in 2023 to offset the impact of recurring El Niño-induced drought spells that affected local ma

Zimbabwe's gold exports for June 2024 remained the top export, but fell to 30.5% according to data released by the country's statistics agency, ZIMSTAT. This is down from a higher of 42.8% in May, a

Zimbabwe's trade deficit surged in June 2024, reaching over $200 million. The latest data from Zimstat shows the deficit rose by 39.6% to $218.9 million, up from $156.8 million in May 2024. A trade d

In 2023, global chrome ore production increased by 4% year-on-year, driven by demand from Chinese smelters. Despite a slight dip in the first quarter, chrome prices are gaining momentum this year.

Hippo Valley, Zimbabwe's largest sugar heavyweight , has reported a satisfactory first quarter ended 30 June 2024, despite facing a perfect storm of challenges. While the company saw a 6% increase in

Zimbabwe's gold exports in July 2024 contributed 34.2% to the total exports, according to the latest Zimstat's trade report. This output increased from 30.5% in June exports. However, it was still lo

the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has announced its mid-term monetary policy statement, with no major shifts. The main bank rate remains unchanged, along with the interest rate corridor and statutor

Zimbabwe has signed a historic trade deal that paves the way for its avocados to be exported to the Chinese market for the first time during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing.

Zimbabwe's gold exports made a significant leap in August 2024, accounting for 37.9% of total exports, up from 34.2% in July and 30.5% in June, according to Zimstat's latest data. May still holds the