Zimbabwe Tobacco Association
Representing Zimbabwean Growers of flue-cured tobacco since 1928
Tobacco sales 2026: higher volume, lower value than 2025
Zimbabwe’s tobacco marketing season had reached Day 127 as at 22 September 2026, with the latest figures showing a larger crop marketed than at the same point in 2025, but considerably lower returns. The figures also highlight an important difference between the country’s two principal selling channels – auction and contract tobacco – with performance…
ZTA Office Bearers for 2026/27
At the ZTA Council meeting held on 16 July 2026 and in terms of Section 21 of the ZTA Constitution, the below were elected the new ZTA Office Bearers: ZTA President : Mr. Robert Millar – 0772 144377 ZTA Vice President : Mr. Richard Taylor – 0772 347459 ZTA Vice President : Mr. Dane Swemmer…
Preparing for the 2026–27 El Niño season: Variety selection for successful tobacco production
The forecast of a possible super El Niño during the 2026–27 agricultural season has understandably raised concerns among farmers across Zimbabwe. El Niño conditions are often associated with below-normal rainfall, prolonged dry spells, high temperatures, and increased moisture stress factors that can significantly reduce crop productivity if farmers are unprepared. However, an El Niño forecast…
ZTA Proud to Host ITGA Africa Regional Meeting in Harare
The Zimbabwe Tobacco Association was honoured to host the International Tobacco Growers’ Association (ITGA) Africa Regional Meeting in Harare at the end of June, welcoming growers’ representatives and industry leaders from across the continent including Malawi, Zambia and Tanzania, as well as a delegation from India. The meeting provided an invaluable opportunity to discuss the…
Ethical Sales Floor opens
Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector continues to evolve — and this week marked a significant milestone. The official opening of the Ethical Sales Floor auction facility by Ethical Holdings signals not only expansion in infrastructure, but growing confidence across the value chain. Now the country’s third licensed auction floor alongside Tobacco Sales Floor and Premier Tobacco Auction…
TIMB sets stage for 2026 marketing season amid record output, global market pressures
The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) says Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector is entering the 2026 marketing season on a strong but strategically cautious footing, with record production expected, structural reforms underway and renewed focus on quality in the face of global oversupply. Speaking at a pre-season media interface in Harare, TIMB Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel…
2026 FCV Sales Procedures
The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has released the official procedures governing the 2026 Tobacco Marketing Season, reaffirming the dual marketing system and introducing strengthened compliance, digital monitoring and enforcement measures. The 2026 season will operate under the established auction and contract system. • Auction sales commence: 4 March 2026 • Contract sales commence:…
World Tobacco Growers Day 2025
Celebrate World Tobacco Growers’ Day 2025 Honoring Tradition. Empowering Communities. Since 2012, World Tobacco Growers’ Day (WTGD) has been a heartfelt celebration of the people behind one of the world’s oldest and most storied crops. What began as a simple tribute has now grown to reach communities in every corner of the world, uniting farmers, families, and…
Inaugural Zim-China Expo 2025
The inaugural Zimbabwe–China Tobacco Expo has successfully concluded, marking a historic milestone for Africa’s tobacco sector. Officially launched by Hon. Dr. Anxious Masuka, Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, this groundbreaking event brought together China and the T5 countries (Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique) under the powerful theme: “From Leaf to…
Formed in 1928, the Zimbabwe Tobacco Association (ZTA) has represented tobacco producers for nearly a century. It aims to promote and sustainably develop our flue-cured tobacco industry, whilst advancing and protecting the interests of all sections and classes of producers.
Not only does the ZTA represent grower concerns and views on all tobacco-related issues locally; but it is also a founding member of the International Tobacco Growers Association (ITGA).
All of the country’s tobacco-growing districts have representation through the association’s regular Councillors’ Meetings.