By Staff Writer Winter may feel like a slower season on many South African farms, but beneath the surface, the groundwork for the next harvest is already being laid. Before tractors return to the fields and...

Aurelia Mbokazi July is often seen as a quieter time on the farming calendar, but experienced farmers know that some of the most important decisions for the coming season are made long before the first seed...

By Blessings Masuku and Colleta Gandidzanwa In parts of Johannesburg, a small patch of spinach, herbs or sweet potatoes can mean far more than a greener neighbourhood. It can help stretch a household food budget, supply...

By Aurelia Mbokazi As food prices continue to climb and household budgets come under increasing pressure, many South Africans are beginning to look at their gardens, patios and even balconies a little differently. What was once...

Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe As Parliament raises concerns about the future of South Africa’s Blended Finance Scheme, many emerging farmers are asking a more practical question: what is it, who qualifies, and could it help turn a farming...

By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe For many emerging farmers in South Africa, the real hurdle is often accessing the finance, markets, technology and support needed to turn a promising farming operation into a sustainable business. A partnership between...