THE AFRICA TIMES | ZIMBABWE —
Zimbabwe’s macadamia harvest could increase by 20 to 40 percent in 2026 compared to the previous season. This potential growth is attributed to favorable rainfall across key growing regions, as highlighted by agricultural experts.
Economic Impact and Current Harvest
The 2026 marketing season commenced in March, coinciding with the harvesting of early-maturing Integrifolia varieties. During this period, Zimbabwean macadamia farmers reported earnings of US$753,278 from the sale of 917,526 kilogrammes of nuts to local buyers, according to the Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA).
A recent AMA market update indicated that the country’s macadamia exports from January to May totaled 1,501,140 kilogrammes, with a
