15/04/2026
An agriculture expert in the country has commended the government for introducing favorable farm gate prices for the 2026/2027 farming season, saying the move will significantly benefit farmers.
Speaking in an interview with Litala FM, agricultural analyst Leonard Chimwanza said the newly announced prices present a valuable opportunity for farmers to earn better returns from their produce.
Chimwanza described the development as timely, especially considering the challenges farmers face during production, including the rising cost of farm inputs such as fertilizer, seeds, and chemicals.
“It is a welcome development. Farmers go through a lot to produce crops, and the increase in input prices has made it even more difficult. These farm gate prices will help ease the burden and improve their incomes,” he said.
While expressing appreciation to the government, Chimwanza also advised farmers to exercise caution in managing their harvests.
“I really appreciate the government for setting farm gate prices that will benefit farmers. However, as we celebrate this, farmers must ensure they keep enough food for household consumption and avoid selling everything. In addition, they should gradually consider investing more in cash crops to improve their economic status,” he added.
The government recently announced the official farm gate prices for the 2026/2027 agricultural season, a move aimed at protecting farmers from exploitation by vendors and ensuring fair returns for their produce.
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