Sustainable Agriculture Technology Zimbabwe

27/05/2026

Things are happening in Mt. Darwin | Strengthening Farmer Value Chains!!!

When you see produce at the market places, that is only part of the story. Follow us as progress on the ground continues in Mt. Darwin as the Ward-level Sesame aggregation hubs are being set-up and utilised. On the other hand, the construction of grading shed structures takes shape within the garden spaces.

These facilities are being set up to support aggregation directly from the field and gardens, thus creating a more organized, efficient system for handling produce right at the source.

World Food Programme, partnering with Sustainable Agriculture Technology Zimbabwe, we are bringing improved post-harvest handling and storage conditions, increased shelf life, and preservation of both quality and quantity.

This initiative is part of building Village Business Units (VBUs) within ward-level aggregation centres and garden hubs across:
📌 Ward 1 – Kaitano.
📌 Ward 4 – Murongwe.
📌 Ward 38 – Karanda.

With these systems in place, farmers can confidently conduct market assessments at nearby business centres, knowing their produce remains well-preserved and market-ready.
Step by step, we are strengthening rural value chains and enabling farmers to capture more value from their hard work.

26/05/2026

Strengthening Climate-Smart Vegetable Production in Chiredzi District.

In Chiredzi District, farmers in Ward 2 (Hama garden) and Ward 4 (Bandama garden) are applying knowledge gained from recent capacity-building trainings to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability. Through guided learning on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA), farmers are enhancing crop performance while promoting environmentally responsible farming.

At Hama Garden, farmers are actively managing diversified vegetable plots including cabbage, r**e, and other horticultural crops, applying improved agronomic practices to optimize yields and maintain crop health. In Bandama Garden, tomato production is benefiting from the adoption of similar practices, with farmers implementing more efficient and climate-conscious production techniques.

Through the application of these approaches, farmers are progressively reducing reliance on chemical pesticides, lowering production costs, and promoting safer, more sustainable crop protection methods.

With support from Japan - The Government of Japan, through the World Food Programme farmers are ticking these boxes;
✅ Improved crop productivity and quality through GAP adoption,
✅ Reduced input costs through integrated pest management,
✅ Enhanced resilience to climate variability through CSA practices,
✅ Safer and more sustainable farming systems.

These efforts reflect a growing shift towards knowledge-driven, market-oriented, and climate-resilient agriculture, strengthening the capacity of smallholder farmers to build sustainable livelihoods.

07/05/2026

Farming isn’t about working harder, it’s about working smarter. 🌱🧠 Agriculture is an applied science, powered by knowledge and supported by labour, not sweat alone!

Farm sustainably, make it exciting, and unlock real prosperity. Our farmers are living proof and World Food Programme is supporting. Let’s inspire the next generation!

05/05/2026

Great farming starts with knowing the market.

From seed/seedling 🌱 to ➡️ final product🫛📦

SHEP empowers farmers to produce with purpose, from seedbed to post-harvest, using the right methods, certification, and packaging to meet market needs.

Grow what sells. Farm for profit. Choose the market. Choose SHEP.

01/05/2026

Impact thrives on collaboration. Today, we celebrate the synergies with our donors World Food Programme
European Commission
, implementing partners and the dedication of every worker and project participant. This let’s reflect, recharge, and return ready to go further, together.

24/04/2026

Teamwork that shines, excellence that wins!

We are exhibiting on two award‑winning stands at the . That is not a coincidence, but a footprint of excellence. The best Zimbabwean Non‑Profit Exhibitor World Food Programme
Pavilion and 1st Prize, Supreme Foreign Exhibit (Developing Nations) European Commission EU Delegation to Zimbabwe
Stand.

The award was handed over by His Excellency, President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana to the WFP country director and SAT reps, Tendekai Mudimu and Prosper Zimwaraka proudly took a moment to pose with our symbol of excellence and partnership.

From spark to spotlight!!

22/04/2026

Reflections on Day 2 - Conversations sparked. Foot traffic grew. Connections are continuing. If you missed us at the World Food Programme pavilion, be sure to catch us at the European Commission stand.

As we step into Day 3, here’s a glimpse of the momentum we’re building...

15/03/2026

15/03/2026

Sesame processing plant drives rural industrialisation in Mwenezi

Story by Fungai Jachi MORE than 14 000 smallholder farmers across Zimbabwe have ventured into sesame production, with this year’s harvest expected to surpass 1 000 metric tonnes targeted for the export market. A sesame processing plant established in 2023 is now servicing thousands of growers who ...

24/11/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞: 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
From the rich soils of Bandama we celebrate thriving okra, butternut, and watermelon -symbols of resilience, nourishment, and community empowerment. These flourishing harvests represent more than just food; they stand as tangible evidence of the impact achieved when WFP and SAT collaborate to advance climate-smart agriculture, strengthen local farmers, and promote sustainable livelihoods