Barbra Mutepfa Machekano
@BarbraMutepfa
Followers
237
Following
283
Media
6
Statuses
224
Barbra Machekano Deputy Director Communications and Advocacy Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development.
Harare Zimbabwe
Joined July 2011
*Wheat Success* in Mhangura at Victory Farm, Mashonaland West! Youth farmer Tichaona Mapfoche expecting to harvest 7–8t/ha on 110ha of winter wheat this season—thanks to a successful joint venture and ARDA support. #WheatSuccessZW #JointVenturesZW #YouthInAgriZW #MashWestRising
1
11
42
In Wanezi District, 30 hectares have been unlocked for irrigation, benefiting 74 households and boosting local food production. #FoodSecurity Everywhere, Everyday @MoLAFWRD_Zim @GMBdura @arda_zim @zinwawater @AfcHoldings
4
11
41
Proper and timely planning—land prep, input sourcing, and seasonal forecasting—ensures farmers surpass targets. With adequate preparation, farmers reduce risks, maximize yields, and guarantee household and national food security. Productive farming starts with a solid plan.
0
12
25
Huge congratulations to ‘Stoff’. Christopher Renwick James Hawgood the 2025 Dairy Oscar Award Winner! Your dedication, passion, and leadership have made a significant impact on Zimbabwe's dairy industry. Well-deserved recognition for an outstanding dairy farmer! #DairyOscar’25.
1
8
17
Today, PS Prof. Dr. Obert Jiri commissioned the Kasikili Jabula VBU in Hwange, a model rural enterprise under SACP. Powered by solar irrigation, it supports 35 households, earned $4K in its first season, and targets $7K now. Real progress for Vision 2030. #RuralDevelopment
2
17
55
Agro-industrialization is key to unlocking agricultural value. By investing in agro-processing and rural manufacturing. Zimbabwe creates jobs, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve livelihoods.
3
8
24
Nicaragua’s ambassador, H.E Nadeska Cuthbert, paid a high-level courtesy call to Minister of State for Manicaland, Hon. Mishek Mugadza. With shared climatic conditions, both sides eye robust partnerships in agriculture.
0
4
10
Deputy Minister Hon. V.P. Haritatos is in Berlin for the Policies Against Hunger conference hosted by Germany’s Agriculture Ministry. Key issues: 🌍 Land access 👩🌾 Women & girls’ empowerment 🌱 Bioeconomy for food security 🌾 Sustainable agri supply chains
0
10
32
“GOVERNMENT has signed an agreement with six banks to offer mortgage facilities to help farmers acquire title deeds, unlock better financial opportunities and improve agricultural development, Minister Dr Anxious Masuka” https://t.co/7bRT89Sz5I
heraldonline.co.zw
Precious Manomano-Herald Reporter GOVERNMENT has signed an agreement with six banks to offer mortgage facilities to help farmers acquire title deeds, unlock better financial opportunities and improve...
27
9
37
Maize harvest is nearly complete! PS Prof @obertjiri urges farmers to explore the @ZMXExchange platform for better pricing, storage & market access. Contracted farmers must deliver as agreed, while self-financed ones can choose freely.
0
12
25
President @edmnangagwa is creating wealth among Zimbabweans through the new land tenure system and citizens must grab the transformative programme for empowerment, Land Tenure Committee chairperson Dr Kudakwashe Tagwirei said.” https://t.co/HIRTNs1dmQ
heraldonline.co.zw
Herald Reporter President Mnangagwa is creating wealth among Zimbabweans through the new land tenure system and citizens must grab the transformative programme for empowerment, Land Tenure Committee...
163
19
91
PS Prof. dr. Obert Jiri lauds gov’t-partner alliances driving transformative irrigation at Pikinini-Jawanda & Chizumba in Masvingo, fed by Manyuchi Dam, as game-changers for rural livelihoods. He urges committees to run them as agri-businesses for Vision 2030
3
5
13
Deputy Minister Hon Haritatos commended the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board and its partners, most importantly Atlas Agri for spreading the expansion of Tobacco into non-traditional Tobacco region.@timb_zw @zfu_official @ZCFU_official @ZiFMStereo
0
2
4
carbon emissions and significantly lowering production cost for farmers. The Tobacco is cured using natural sunlight and the product retains same quality and characteristics demanded by global buyers, he said.@ChronicleZim @HeraldZimbabwe @ZBCNewsonline @Jamwanda2 @AtlasAgri
1
2
3
Imagine an AGRIC sector thriving without invasive weed species! We're working with @Env_Mgmt_Agency & @CentreforBioControl to control Kariba Weed & Water Hyacinth through climate-smart initiatives. Join us! 🌎💚 #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateAction #InvasiveSpeciesManagement
1
8
19
Thanks to the #Partnership Gvnment of Zimbabwe, @AfDB_Group & @FAO Sunflower seed multiplication is building resilience & boosting livelihoods while promoting #BetterLives. At Mushandike Irrigation Scheme, 45% of seed multipliers are women & 13.5% are youth. #YouthInAg #WomenInAg
2
17
36
EFFECTIVE disaster management emphasises the importance of disaster risk reduction in protecting lives, ensuring economic stability, promoting sustainable development, and preserving the environment and adapting to climate change. by @RayBande
@MoLGPWZim
https://t.co/rwMAsqzFml
1
4
2
Cabinet Ministers 1st runner up Hon. A.J Masuka Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Rural Development. @MoLAFWRD_Zim
#PerformanceContractsSigning2025
1
1
1
Permanent Secretaries 1st runner up Prof O. Jiri Minister of Lands, Agriculture , Water , Fisheries and Rural Development. #PerformanceContractsSigning2025
1
1
3