Zimbabwean blueberry farmers face financial challenges, limiting expansion to meet global demand.

Zimbabwean blueberry farmers are struggling to meet rising global demand due to financial challenges. Despite production doubling to 7,000 metric tons, limited government support and banks' reluctance to finance agriculture hinder expansion efforts. The Horticultural Development Council aims to increase blueberry hectarage from 750 to 1,500 by 2030, but ongoing issues with land tenure and funding remain significant obstacles.

September 12, 2024
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