“THE FUTURE OF INDIGENOUS SEEDS LIES WITH OUR YOUTH” – MASHINGAIDZE
The Goromonzi Traditional Seed and Food Festival concluded on a high note after a vibrant celebration of Zimbabwe’s rich agricultural heritage, culture, and biodiversity under the theme, “It’s Our Life: Safeguarding Indigenous Seeds and Food Diversity.” The festival attracted farmers, community members, development partners, exhibitors, and corporate organizations, creating a lively platform for knowledge sharing, […]
MBIRE DISTRICT SEED & FOOD FESTIVAL 2026
You are all invited to our inaugural seed & food festival in Mbire on the 7th of August 2026.
INSIZA CENTRE OF AGROECOLOGY EXCELLENCE
Agroecological practices have recently been playing a major part in climate change adoption and mitigation with areas around natural region 4 B and 5 like Insiza District being the most affected by the harsh climatic uncertainty, leading to food insecurity and ultimately affecting the standard of life. Profoundly affected by the El Nino […]
AUGUST 2026 INTAKE NOW OPEN
The Diploma in Agroecology August Intake for 2026 is now open.
MBIRE SESAME FARMERS BENEFIT FROM STRONGER MARKET LINKAGES
For years, sesame production in Mbire District has been characterized by uncertainty, while farmers invested their time and resources in production, many were never certain whether buyers would be available at harvest time or whether the prices offered would make their efforts worthwhile thus this uncertainty often discouraged farmers from expanding production. Takesure Hove, a […]
FROM CHALLENGES TO HARVEST: MANYEMU VBU ENJOY FIRST PRODUCE SALES
Established under the Zimbabwe Resilience Building Fund II (ZRBF II) in February 2026, the Manyemu Village Business Unit (VBU) has experienced both successes and challenges in its mission to improve livelihoods and strengthen food security for farmers in Ward 11 of Mbire District. In its early stages, the project faced several setbacks, including excessive rainfall, […]
UTC ZIM TOURS FPC
It was inspiring to share our journey with 75 students from the United Theological College. We exchanged ideas and showcased how sustainable farming practices can contribute to healthy communities and a healthier planet. Thank you for your keen interest, thoughtful engagement, and enthusiasm. We look forward to seeing more champions of agroecology emerge from this […]
JOB ALERT: PROJECT FIELD OFFICER FOR HURUNGWE
Position: 1 X Project Field Officer Organisation: Fambidzanai Permaculture Centre (FPC) Duty Station: Hurungwe (Mashonaland West) Fambidzanai Permaculture Centre (FPC) is a local NGO promoting agroecology, sustainable livelihoods, climate resilience, and community development through farmer-centred approaches. FPC is preparing to implement a project in the Nyaminyami and Mbire districts, focusing on strengthening community resilience, […]
GoZ VBU CONCEPT UPLIFTS COMMUNITIES IN MBIRE
According to the Food and Nutrition Council of Zimbabwe (FNC), Rural Livelihoods and Nutrition Reports, the Village Business Unit (VBU) concept was designed to empower communities through organized agricultural production, value addition, and market-oriented farming practices. VBUs are community-based production hubs established to promote climate-smart agriculture, sustainable livelihoods, and economic resilience in rural areas. Through […]
JOB VACANCY: FIELD OFFICER-MATOBO DISTRICT
Position: 1 X Field Officer Organisation: Fambidzanai Permaculture Centre (FPC) Duty Station: Matobo (Matabeleland South) Fambidzanai Permaculture Centre (FPC) is a local NGO promoting agroecology, sustainable livelihoods, climate resilience, and community development through farmer-centred approaches. FPC is preparing to implement a project in Matobo district, focusing on strengthening community resilience, sustainable agriculture, and agroecological production systems. In anticipation of […]