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Kutsaga Enters 4th Era of Genetic Evolution with Revolutionary Tobacco Varieties
Research Breakthrough
12/15/2024
Dr. Mary Zimunya
5 min read

The Tobacco Research Board announces breakthrough developments in tobacco genetics, marking the beginning of the fourth era of genetic evolution with new varieties that promise unprecedented disease resistance and yield improvements.

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Kutsaga Pushes for Tobacco Resistant Varieties to Combat Climate Change
Climate Research
12/10/2024
Prof. James Chivasa
4 min read

In response to increasing climate variability, Kutsaga Research Institute intensifies efforts to develop climate-resilient tobacco varieties that can withstand drought, flooding, and temperature extremes.

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Kutsaga Celebrates 75 Years, Looks to Expand Research Capabilities in Zimbabwe
Institutional News
12/5/2024
Dr. Sarah Mukamuri
6 min read

As the Tobacco Research Board marks its 75th anniversary, the institution unveils ambitious plans for expansion, including new research facilities and strengthened international partnerships.

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New ISO 17025 Accreditation Enhances Laboratory Services Quality
Laboratory Services
11/28/2024
3 min read

Kutsaga's analytical chemistry laboratory receives renewed ISO 17025 accreditation, reinforcing our commitment to international quality standards.

By Dr. Grace ChikwanhaRead
Farmer Training Program Reaches 5,000 Participants This Season
Extension Services
11/25/2024
4 min read

The TIPS program achieves milestone participation, with over 5,000 farmers trained in best management practices across all tobacco-growing districts.

By Dr. Robert NyamudezaRead
International Partnership with CIMMYT Strengthens Crop Research
Partnerships
11/20/2024
3 min read

Kutsaga signs new memorandum of understanding with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center to enhance crop breeding and genetics research.

By Dr. Peter MandazaRead
GMO Screening Laboratory Expands Testing Capabilities
Laboratory Services
11/15/2024
4 min read

New equipment and methodologies enable comprehensive testing for genetically modified organisms, supporting Zimbabwe's agricultural trade requirements.

By Dr. John MutasaRead
Sustainable Agriculture Research Wins International Recognition
Awards
11/10/2024
3 min read

Kutsaga's climate-smart agriculture research receives prestigious award from the African Agricultural Research Forum for innovative approaches.

By Dr. Patience DhliwayoRead
New Tobacco Variety KRK-75 Shows Promise in Field Trials
Variety Development
11/5/2024
5 min read

Preliminary results from multi-location trials demonstrate that KRK-75 tobacco variety offers 25% higher yields and improved disease resistance.

By Dr. Mary ZimunyaRead

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