Zimbabwe increases floriculture for export Floriculture by Regina Pasipanodya - October 30, 2019October 31, 20190 ZIMBABWE is working on developing about 1 000 hectares of cut flower plantations, mostly roses since 2018 as it seeks to boost foreign currency inflows. The cut flowers, mainly roses, would be targeted for the European markets. The country used to be one of the largest exporters of a wide range of horticultural products in Africa, supplying overseas markets including Europe and the Middle East. For instance, citrus exports peaked in 2001 at 45 000 tonnes, being 60 percent of fresh produce output. In 2002, Zimbabwe exported cut flowers worth $60 million, according to ZimTrade, making it the second largest exporter after Kenya.
Have you ever thought of mulching? Agriculture by Regina Pasipanodya - October 30, 2019October 31, 20190 Mulching is a great way to practice as a way to contain moisture in the soil. Farmers can apply thin layers of grass clippings as they become available or hay after harvesting in preparation for the next season. This will help to lock in the moisture in the soil and also feed in the necessary nutrients using decomposing manure. Straw or hay is a good choice for robust or upright crops. Lay it nice and thick because it will settle. Straws will help to keep fruits such as strawberries, zucchinis, and bush tomatoes clean and dry. Lift the foliage off the ground then feed it in underneath to protect developing fruits from rotting. Once that is done and your seeds and
