Plant Health Agri Limited

04/10/2026

Lusaka Hosts Lobito Corridor Summit.

The World Bank Group, in partnership with the Zambian government, will convene the Lobito Corridor Engine Room Meeting in Lusaka tomorrow to accelerate the development of the regional economic corridor.

The meeting will be held on Monday and Tueday this week and will bring together senior representatives from Zambia, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA is expected to officially open the high-level meeting, which will also be attended by World Bank Managing Director of Operations ANNA BJERDE.

The meeting will focus on strengthening regional coordination and advancing the Lobito Corridor as an integrated economic route linking the three countries to global markets.

The World Bank says discussions will centre on practical steps to turn the corridor's potential into investment, trade and job opportunities for businesses and communities.

The World Bank Group is also working to attract private investment along the corridor by reducing investment risks, improving the business environment and supporting projects that can secure financing.

The institution says its financing, guarantees and advisory services include a recent MIGA guarantee supporting investment in the Lobito Atlantic Railway.

The World Bank says the measures are intended to attract private capital and support economic growth and job creation across the region.

By Arnold Tutu

17/09/2026

10/09/2026

GOVERNMENT TO EXPORT 540,000 METRIC TONNES OF MAIZE TO KENYA

The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has signed a contract with Kenya's Baita Trading Company Limited for the export of 540,000 metric tonnes of White Grade A non-GMO maize, as Zambia's agricultural export earnings continue to rise.

Last year, the country recorded a significant increase in agricultural exports, reaching US$1.1 billion compared to US$967 million in 2024.

Speaking during the signing ceremony held at Cabinet Office in Lusaka today, Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet for Finance and Economic Development, Mr. Siazongo observed that following the unprecedented increase in maize production, the country has sufficient maize stocks, resulting in stable mealie meal prices, with the surplus earmarked for export markets.

He revealed that Government has secured several export opportunities following engagements with a number of countries within the region.

The 540,000-metric-tonne maize export contract will be executed in six batches, with 100,000 metric tonnes being shipped every three months, while the final batch will comprise 40,000 metric tonnes.

Under the Grow Zambia Agenda, Government is targeting annual maize production of 10 million metric tonnes.
During the last farming season, the country produced 5.1 million metric tonnes of maize.

Credit:Republic of Zambia - Cabinet Office

27/08/2026

SOUTHERN AFRICA CLIMATE ALERT - OND 2026 during Super El Nino.
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‎To our climate followers in South Africa, here is your climate outlook.
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‎Forecasting Models:- NMME |CanSIPS.
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‎Both models agree strongly. This will be a classic split El Nino.
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‎OVERALL OUTLOOK
‎WET in the North, DRY in the South. The drought signal gets stronger as season goes on.
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‎OCTOBER:
‎False good start. NMME shows +5 to +20mm above normal over Angola, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Madagascar. CanSIPS also wet over Angola, Zambia, Malawi (+10 to +30mm). East SA / Lesotho slightly dry on CanSIPS.
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‎NOVEMBER:
‎El Nino kicks in. NMME & CanSIPS both show dry -10 to -75mm over Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Southern Mozambique, Lesotho, Madagascar interior. At same time, +20 to +75mm over Angola, DRC, N. Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi.*
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‎DECEMBER:
‎Strong drought established in south. Both models show -20 to -100mm over South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, S. Mozambique, Namibia, Lesotho. North remains wet: Angola, Zambia (North/Central), Malawi, N. Mozambique* stays +30 to +75mm.
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‎COUNTRY SUMMARY OND 2026
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‎Zambia: Split - North wet, South dry. High flood risk north, severe drought south in Dec.
‎Malawi & N. Mozambique: Above normal Oct-Nov, then drying in Dec but still better than south.
‎Angola & DRC: Very wet all season. Flood risk.
‎Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia:* Oct near normal/wet, but Nov-Dec turns dry. High drought & crop failure risk.
‎South Africa & Lesotho: Below normal especially Nov-Dec. Both models show persistent dry anomaly -50 to -100mm. Heat stress.
‎Madagascar: Mixed. NMME shows wet Oct, then dry Nov-Dec. CanSIPS shows wet east.
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‎N.B:-
‎NMME and CanSIPS agree: Super El Nino will NOT kill October rains, but it will kill November-December rains in the south. Plant early, in the north only. South = prepare for drought.

03/08/2026

Happy Farmer’s Day to our farmers 🎉

31/07/2026

PLANT HEALTH AGRI LTD TAKES PART IN THE WETLANDS FARMING INPUTS DISTRIBUTION.

Plant Health Agri Ltd was privilege to take part in this year’s wetlands distribution of agricultural inputs.

The company was contracted to supply vegetables seed across all the 10 provinces of Zambia 🇿🇲 by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS).

And Government today has officially launched the distribution of 2026/2027 wetlands farming inputs to vulnerable but viable farming households in Kabwe District as part of efforts to enhance household food security and improve livelihoods.

Mr. Shimwambwa (Kabwe DC) explained that the programme is implemented during the off-rain season and relies on residual moisture and irrigation from available water sources such as streams, wells, water basins and other accessible water points.

He said the initiative is not merely about distributing farming inputs but is a transformative programme that has significantly increased year-round farming, leading to improved food production and enhanced household food security.

The District Commissioner added that the programme has also contributed to improved incomes and economic empowerment, as beneficiaries are able to sell surplus produce to generate revenue for household needs, establish small businesses and improve their living standards.

Ms Koppah said President Hakainde Hichilema's administration has continued to support residents through various social and economic initiatives, including the Food Security Pack, Social Cash Transfer, Farmer Input Support Programme, Cash for Work and the Constituency Development Fund.

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02/06/2026

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25/05/2026

PHAL would love to wish everyone a HAPPY AFRICA FREEDOM DAY 🎉

01/05/2026

PHAL wishes our valued clients and dedicated farmers a happy Labour Day.
May your hard work continue to drive growth, prosperity, and a brighter future for all.

28/04/2026

We would love to wish our valued clients and dedicated farmers a meaningful Kenneth Kaunda Day.
May we all remain resilient, determined, and forward-thinking as we continue to grow and build a better future together.