17/06/2026
Tomato prices are starting to stabilise after recent increases caused by shortages in major production areas. The shortages were largely attributed to slow ripening because of the low temperatures.
Current market observations show that a 30kg crate of tomatoes is selling for approximately US$48 in Dombotombo, while in Gadzema, Chinhoyi, the same quantity is trading at around US$35.
As more tomatoes mature and enter the market, supplies are expected to improve, helping to ease price pressures and restore market stability.
AMA continues to monitor market trends and provide timely market information to support informed decision-making by farmers, traders, and consumers.
Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Resources Development Zim
Kutsaga Research
The Herald-Zimbabwe