Zimbabwe: the country aims for 1.5 million tonnes of grain storage by 2030

The announcement was made on Tuesday, August 4, by the Zimbabwean Ministry of Information. The government intends to consolidate the strategic reserves needed to respond to periods of production deficits and minimize the risks of shortages.

The program includes strengthening storage infrastructure at the national level. Modernizing these facilities should enhance crop preservation and reduce post-harvest losses.

This policy also relies on an expected increase in maize production, the main grain cultivated and consumed in Zimbabwe. The government aims to align the increase in agricultural supply with the development of sufficient storage capacities for the harvests.

Strengthening Food Resilience

The project comes as Zimbabwe seeks to make its food system less vulnerable to climate fluctuations. Episodes of drought and other weather disturbances can affect yields and jeopardize food supply for the population.

By increasing its storage capacities, the country aims to maintain larger reserves between agricultural seasons. These stocks should help stabilize access to grains when national production is insufficient.

Establishing strategic reserves is one of the focal points of this approach. It is intended to provide the government with greater means to cope with production fluctuations and the consequences of adverse climatic conditions.

The goal set for 2030 therefore combines investments in infrastructure, development of maize production, and strengthening food security mechanisms. Zimbabwe thus aims to improve its preparedness against the risks affecting its grain supply.