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In this episode, we observe World Food Safety Day and highlight KwaZulu-Natal farmer Ntobeko Mafu’s commitment to empowering aspiring farmers in KwaZulu-Natal through comprehensive training sessions on broiler and organic crop production.
She shares key takeaways and highlights from her recent crop and broiler production training event, and how she incorporates food safety practices on her farm. Mafu also offers advice for small-scale farmers looking to prioritise food safety in their operations.

Farmworkers toil from sunrise to sundown in the natural beauty of South Africa's vineyards.
Many have dedicated years, even decades, of their lives perfecting their craft, possessing a wealth of practical experience but lacking formal qualifications. However, this is all about to change.
In recognition of the untapped potential and invaluable contributions of these workers, South Africa Wine has created the South African Wine Industry Professional Body (SAWIPB).
This pioneering initiative is a transformative platform that acknowledges their skills and propels their careers forward.
In this episode, Kachné Ross, the driving force behind the initiative and the people’s skills development manager at South Africa Wine, shares the profound impact the initiative has on South Africa’s wine industry and beyond. 
 

We’ve come to the end of a 12-episode series on Agri SA Enterprises' triumphs and profound influence in the realm of rural development.
Over the past few months, we’ve been delving deep into their dynamic initiatives, groundbreaking programmes, and transformative projects, all aimed at elevating the socio-economic landscape of the rural communities they support.

To end on a sweet note, we hear from another participant on how the programme has contributed to his farming development and success.

Botlhale Tshabalala, a passionate farmer and one of the beneficiaries of the Nedbank Agribusiness Incubator programme, shares his journey in agriculture, from his farming background to his motivations for staying committed to the industry through participation in the Nedbank Agribusiness programme.

Artificial insemination (AI) in livestock is a significant aspect of modern animal husbandry in South Africa, as it is globally. In this episode, Dr Geoff Brown, a renowned veterinary specialist in animal reproduction helps us navigate this movement. From potential health issues related to AI in livestock to ethical considerations, cost implication, adoption factors and more.

Thabang Hlabedi is the farm manager of BaKwa-Hlabedi farm in Gauteng. Alongside his mother, Mme Seline Hlabedi, Thabang oversees operations on a sprawling 500-plus-acre farm, specialising in livestock.
 
Their primary focus revolves around nurturing Bonsmara cattle, sheep, and cultivating crops such as maize, soya, and an array of vibrant vegetables.
Join us as we explore how this dynamic farm manager orchestrates a thriving commercial operation through a blend of passion and strategic moves.

Tune into Farmer’s Inside Track as we explore the dynamic world of farming with Khanimamba Baloyi, Commodity Markets and Foresight Analyst at the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy.
In this episode we gain valuable insights into the latest trends, risk management strategies, and long-term foresight to empower new era farmers in their decision-making journey.