Horticulture industry of Zimbabwe have come up with broad-based production plan as the country gears to reclaim its status as the leading fresh produce supplier to the European market, reported the English-language newspaper Herald Wednesday.

The production plan, drafted in partnership with some international fresh produce marketing agencies, will see the country focusing its attention on increasing its vegetable exports to Europe during the second quarter of this year.

A slump in production as a result of three consecutive droughts, compounded by erratic supplies of chemicals, have seen the country being toppled from its position as the leading European supplier by countries including Kenya and South Africa.

High-level negotiations aimed at ensuring that the country increases its export quota to the Dubai Flower Auction Center are already underway between local horticultural producers and some United Arab Emirates marketing agencies.

Source: Xinhua