This is a best prospect industry sector for this country. Includes a market overview and trade data.
Last Published: 7/24/2019

Overview

In spite of its potential to improve both health and food security, there is still uncertainty and lack of clarity on biotechnology issues in most parts of Africa in general and in Zimbabwe in particular.  In recent years, however, the National Biotechnology Authority of Zimbabwe (NBA) is sensitizing stakeholders about the potential benefits of adopting biotechnology in agriculture.

Leading Sub-Sectors

According to the NBA, Zimbabwe has the capacity to do both quantitative and qualitative analysis of genetically modified (GM) maize testing.  The NBA implores on the government to reduce regulatory barriers and red tape for biotech products and emerging technologies, improve co-ordination across government departments and support the uptake of agricultural biotechnologies to improve yields for smallholder farmers.

Opportunities

There are opportunities in provision of biotechnology research and development laboratories in order to sensitize politicians on the benefits of biotechnology in agriculture and help enhance the country’s food security.  The sector also needs support and equipment that American firms can provide to boost yields for farmers.
 

Web Resources

21 Princess Drive
Newlands
Harare, Zimbabwe. 
Tel: +263-242 -782155; 242782167; 2472828569 
www.nba.ac.zw
 

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