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The Tobacco Research Board (TRB) trading as Kutsaga has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainability and innovation, emerging as the Best Organisation Exhibiting Sustainable Conservation Practices at the prestigious Zimbabwe Agricultural Show 2024. This accolade reaffirms Kutsaga’s expanded mandate in leading the way in sustainable agricultural practices, showcasing its dedication to environmental stewardship and innovative research.
The award is a testament to Kutsaga’s continued efforts in promoting sustainable agricultural practices, especially in the context of its expanded mandate, which includes a broader focus on environmental conservation, innovation, and community development.
Speaking on the latest achievement, Dr Frank Magama, the Chief Executive Officer of Kutsaga, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “This award is a significant milestone for Kutsaga. It underscores our unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in agricultural research and development. We are dedicated to continuing our work in advancing sustainable practices that benefit our stakeholders and the environment.”
Kutsaga’s commitment to sustainability is evident through its various initiatives, which include the development of eco-friendly agricultural products, research into climate-resilient crops, and the implementation of conservation practices that safeguard the environment. These efforts are central to the organisation’s mission to enhance agricultural productivity while ensuring environmental sustainability.
In pursuit of its self-sustenance agenda in the year 2025, Dr Magama added other initial initiatives that affirm their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and research.
“Kutsaga’s recognition at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show comes on the heels of an impressive awards season earlier this year, where the organisation was honored with four major awards thus:
- Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) National Business Awards:
- 1st Runner-Up in the 2023 Innovation of the Year Award
- Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Mashonaland Region Awards:
- Winner’s Certificate in the 2023 Innovation of the Year Award
- Mhondoro-Ngezi Show Society Awards:
- Certificate of Achievement Winner’s Certificate in the 2024 Companies Category
- ZimTrade Awards:
- Agricultural Inputs Exporters Award 2023.
“This is just the beginning of a brighter future for us.”
The Zimbabwe Agricultural Show, one of the country’s most significant agricultural events, provides a platform for organisations to showcase their innovations, products, and contributions to the agricultural sector. Kutsaga’s recognition as the Best Organisation Exhibiting Sustainable Conservation Practices is a highlight of this year’s event, reflecting the organisation’s leadership in the sector.
Kutsaga Research Station remains committed to driving sustainable agricultural practices in Zimbabwe and beyond, contributing to the country’s agricultural growth and the well-being of its communities.