South Africa is a paradox. Our fields are full of maize, cabbages, citrus, and a variety of other crops, yet millions of households struggle to put food on the table.…
Agricultural advisors /Extension officers play a transformative role in supporting farmers from the soil-testing stage all the way to marketing their produce or livestock. They provide technical guidance, practical demonstrations,…
Over the past few years, agricultural drones have taken South Africa by storm , transforming how farmers manage crops, apply inputs, and gather field data.What many people don’t realise is…
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…