Have you ever wondered why some fields recover quickly after a dry spell while others struggle, even with fertilizer application? The secret often lies beneath our feet in the life…
During my postgraduate studies, I had the opportunity to apply the Famacha system on the university farm. The Famacha system is a simple but effective method used to detect anemia…
I recently came across the Absa AgriTrends Spring 2025 report which, to be honest, I didn’t even know existed until Food for Mzansi promoted it. It’s a detailed publication packed…
What does it truly mean to farm vegetables every day? How far does classroom knowledgeprepare one for the unpredictable rhythm of the land? These questions echoed in my mind themoment…
We are celebrating one month of AgriFlourish! Some might think, “Isn’t it too soon to be celebrating?” but we think not. We decided to celebrate ourselves for starting AgriFlourish and…
Smallholder farms are often described as the heartbeat of South Africa’s food system. From the maize fields of the Free State to the sheep and cattle herds of the Eastern…
In my previous article, we spoke about why sustainable agriculture is no longer just a nice-to-have. The takeaway was that sustainability is not a trend it’s the way forward for…
Every meal begins long before it reaches the plate. It starts with a seed, the soil, and thehands that nurture it. Crop production may sound like a technical term, but…
Livestock farming in South Africa is more than food production, it is a way of life, a cultural tradition, and the backbone of rural economies. From the rolling Karoo plains…
The word “sustainable” has become a very popular word across industries, and for a good reason. As we face many environmental challenges, the cost of waste and inefficiency is no…