THE Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association (Zitoga) says farmers who depend on rain-fed tobacco farming are counting losses as the golden leaf is now wilting in seedbeds owing to the current heat wave. This comes as most southern African countries were yet to receive rainfall with others now recording incidences of water shortages and livestock dying….

“This growth signifies a promising outlook for the industry as farmers invest more in certified seed and expand production across the country,”
