Transformation
Competition Commission report on the FPM inquiry: What it means for transformation in the sector
The South African fresh produce market, valued at over R53 billion annually, continues to reflect significant disparities in the representation of black producers and market agents. In December 2024, the…
Read MoreEmpowering the future: Impact of the PIDT bursary programme
The Potato Industry Development Trust (PIDT) has made significant strides in ensuring that the potato industry is supported by a well-educated and highly skilled workforce. Recognising the importance of research,…
Read MoreA journey of resilience and growth
In the heart of Polokwane in Limpopo, Leah Matlala is making waves in the potato industry under the banner of Somandla Trading. Her story is one of transformation, resilience, and…
Read MoreEnterprise development success stories
The Enterprise Development Programme (EDP) continues to play a transformative role in South Africa’s agricultural sector, particularly in the Western Cape and North West provinces. Designed to empower emerging producers,…
Read MoreTransformation and the potato industry
The South African potato industry, a cornerstone of the country’s agricultural economy, is undergoing significant transformation. Efforts to promote inclusivity in production, market access, skills development, and gender equity are…
Read MoreFrom rural roots to agricultural success
Bhekani Zondo’s journey from rural life in uMswililia near Port Shepstone to a career in agricultural economics is a tale of passion, perseverance, and purpose. Raised in a farming household,…
Read MoreXolani Hlatshwayo’s agricultural journey
Xolani Hlatshwayo, a young man from Mkuze in KwaZulu-Natal, was raised by his mother along with three siblings. He started his education at Elundini Primary School in Ngwavuma and completed…
Read MoreTraining of emerging producers in Limpopo
Important information regarding the July planting season was conveyed to 16 emerging producers during a training session held at the Cornerstone Boutique Hotel in Mogwadi, Limpopo on 4 and 5…
Read MoreBlack frost devastates Limpopo crops
The agricultural sector in Limpopo, particularly in the Capricorn and Waterberg districts, recently experienced significant setbacks due to an unusual cold front resulting in black frost. This rare weather phenomenon…
Read MoreHarvest day: An uplifting event for producers
Potatoes SA and the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) recently hosted a harvesting day in the Capricorn district. The event was hosted in Avon Village, located…
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