Speaking at the Harare Agricultural Show last week, he said resettled indigenous farmers had quickly learnt the skills needed on the land as evidenced by the increase in milk, meat, eggs, livestock products and crops.
Mugabe's claims are in stark contrast to the state of the situation on the ground.
He further claimed that livestock production slumped after the land grab because "the new farmers were trying to find their footing", but that it was now on the increase.
“It has been aptly proven in recent seasons that farm mechanisation is a key component in increasing production and agricultural productivity,” he said.
“Government will continue to pursue the strategy of mechanising agriculture through the farm mechanisation program.”
Critics point out that Zimbabwe has gone from being a vastly productive country to one of primitive subsistence.
Post published in: Zimbabwe News