Story by Tafara Chikumira
PRODUCTION at Nyadora Farm, owned by veterans of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle, is set to increase following a joint venture between the Veterans Investment Holding Company and an agricultural expert.
Land preparation for the 2026/27 summer cropping season is underway, with more than 110 hectares earmarked for cultivation as the partnership seeks to improve productivity and strengthen the farm’s commercial operations.
The farm, which began large-scale production last year, is also adopting climate-smart farming methods to mitigate the effects of anticipated El Niño weather conditions.
Partner in the joint venture, Cde Koreni Nyandoro said production targets have been significantly increased for the coming season.
“Last season we planted 25 hectares of tobacco and five hectares of traditional crops. This season, we are increasing that to 60 hectares of tobacco, 50 hectares of small grains and five hectares of potatoes. We will also begin tobacco planting early because of the predicted El Niño weather pattern.”
Veterans Investment Holding Company Chief Executive Officer, Mr Cougan Matanhire said the long-term goal is to maximise production across the farm’s 400 hectares.
“We are investing in this farm so that it realises its full potential. We are acquiring overhead irrigation equipment for year-round farming and clearing more land for cultivation. Our aim is to make this farm as productive as our operations in Mashonaland West Province.”
Minister of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle Affairs, Senator Monica Mavhunga welcomed the progress, saying the project is improving the livelihoods of liberation war veterans.
“We are pleased with the progress being made at this farm. We want these investments to improve the welfare of our veterans while complementing Government support.”
Mashonaland West Secretary for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Mr Tavabarira Kutamahufa said the initiative aligns with Government’s emphasis on production and economic growth.
“We are encouraged by the progress at the farm. Production and productivity remain key priorities, and this project will contribute to the province’s economic growth.”
Government is implementing a policy that allocates 20 percent of agricultural land to veterans of the liberation struggle as part of broader efforts to improve their welfare through productive economic participation.
