“Training and support – the backbone of my farming business”
Purity Jakie (28) worked as a software developer for many years. Then Covid hit and, while working from home, she began to pursue her childhood passion – growing vegetables. “I…
Navigating Avian Flu Outbreaks: What Happens If I must Cull My Flock?
For smallholder poultry farmers in South Africa, the spectre of avian flu outbreaks can be particularly daunting. Unlike larger commercial operations, small-scale farmers often lack extensive resources and infrastructure. In…
Navigating Avian Influenza Outbreaks: Effective Risk Management For Poultry Farmers
In August 2023, the South African poultry industry was again jolted by an alert regarding the highly contagious avian influenza outbreak. This development underscored the need for swift and adaptable…
“If you’ve got land, you’ve got a job.”
Thandi Sithole (38) and her husband, also a farmer, make a decent enough profit to support their two sons – “and even to pay for my trip to run the…
Food for Mzansi reports how Buhle entices youth to farming
This Food for Mzansi story documents how Buhle continues to entice young people to farming as a profitable and sustainable career. Our non-profit organisation has made great strides in increasing…
Understanding The Foundations Of Agricultural Management
Agricultural management plays a vital role in ensuring sustainable and profitable farming practices. In an era marked by rapidly changing environmental conditions, technological advancements, and global market dynamics, it has…
What Is A Beef Production System?
Beef production is a critical component of the global agricultural industry, providing an essential source of protein and nutrients for people worldwide. The beef production process involves a complex system…
“Farmers are the force behind peace”
In this Food for Mzansi opinion piece, Buhle CEO Nyiko Maluleke explains why he is heartened by the rise of technology as a powerful tool to support new farmers, and…
School Nutrition Programme Launched
Our school nutrition programme, in partnership with Bayer, gained media coverage from eNCA, Food for Mzansi, and The Poultry Site. This project will help address the nutrition needs of learners…
Buhle Is Going Solar!
Buhle’s training academy is partnering with solar leasing platform Sun Exchange, as reported by Landbou.com and ProAgri. Anyone in the world can buy solar cells in our crowdfunding project with…