MARTIN MAWAYA
KWEKWE-President Mnangagwa is set to commission seven new grain silos in Kwekwe district on May 5, the Midlands Provincial Information Officer Tapiwa Partson Sisimayi has confirmed.
The silos have a combined capacity of 56,000 metric tons and are part of the government’s initiative to construct new technologically advanced silos across the country to revolutionize the agricultural landscape.
“All the preparations are at an advanced stage in the Midlands province to host the president,” said Sisimayi.
During a media tour, the Midlands Provincial Affairs Minister, Owen Ncube, stated that the new grain silos will play a critical role in enhancing the country’s food storage capacity, reducing post-harvest losses, and ensuring food security.
“By providing a safe and efficient way to store grains, the silos will enable farmers to preserve their produce for longer periods, thereby stabilizing food supplies and prices,” Ncube said.
“This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the livelihoods of thousands of farmers and their families in Midlands Province and beyond.”
The new silos feature drying and cleaning facilities, a significant upgrade from the old system as the country modernizes its grain storage infrastructure.
These silos are strategically positioned to sustain milling industries along the agricultural value chain, both upstream and downstream, creating employment and sustaining livelihoods.
By investing in infrastructure that supports the agricultural sector, the government is creating opportunities for value addition and increased economic activity.
The commissioning of the grain silos aligns with the government’s efforts to promote industrialization and economic growth, and is expected to have a lasting impact on the lives of Zimbabweans.
This state-of-the-art facility is being implemented across 14 Grain Marketing Board (GMB) depots nationwide, complementing the existing 750,000 metric ton silo capacity, with the country targeting a 1.5 million metric ton strategic grain reserve once the project is completed.
