Food for Mzansi

Food for Mzansi

Food For Mzansi is a project aimed at showcasing the lesser-known champions of the agricultural sector in South Africa. We proudly highlight success stories and positive news from the farms and agri-businesses that nourish the nation. Our mission is to demonstrate how agriculture can foster unity and strengthen communities by sharing stories that often go unnoticed by the wider public.

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#3048

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  • 1 week ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

    Ready to raise your first batch of broilers but not sure what’s needed to get started? From infrastructure and feed to disease control and load shedding, setting up a broiler operation in South Africa requires more than just good intentions; it takes planning, budgeting, and a strong grasp of the basics. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the essential building blocks of broiler production, helping you avoid costly mistakes and prepare for real-world challenges.

  • 1 week ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

    Linda Mthalane knew the odds were stacked against her when she started farming cattle. She was young, a woman, and had spent most of her life working in the corridors of a four-star hotel. On top of that, she had married into a deeply traditional family where cattle farming was long considered a man’s domain. What could she possibly know about handling large animals, performing vaccinations, dehorning, or negotiating livestock sales? The village whispered.

  • 2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

    The future of farming demands embracing technology while prioritising human relationships and collaborations. This was the key message from speakers during the Cape Agritech Connect 2025. Hosted by the Stellenbosch Network and Stellenbosch University’s Launch Lab, the event brought together leading voices in agriculture, technology, and policy to explore the future of food production and rural innovation within the Western Cape.

  • 2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Liezl Human

    Hundreds of coloured families were forcibly removed from Constantia in the 1960s and ‘70s under the apartheid Group Areas Act but a fifth-generation flower farming family is bringing their rich history to life. Jaftha’s Flower Farm is run by brothers Charles and Malcolm Jaftha, whose family has farmed flowers in the Constantia Valley since the 1800s.

  • 2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

    Sustainability is a term that is often loosely used; however, for South Africa’s red meat producers, it’s non-negotiable. Those who do not adapt won’t survive. Frik van Rooyen, deputy-chairman of the National Red Meat Producers’ Organisation (RPO), shares a practical perspective on what sustainable red meat production entails and why it matters. When it comes to working with natural resources such as water and grass, Van Rooyen explains that it requires a strategic farm management approach.