Transformation
Certified seed: Foundation of successful potato farming
In April 2026, we accompanied producers Solomon Makobela and Andries Masoga, participants in Potatoes SA’s Enterprise Development Programme (EDP), on a visit to WesGrow Potatoes in Christiana. The purpose of…
Read MoreFrom first furrow to future success
In the heart of Zebediela in Limpopo, local vegetable producer Sello Klass Thole is proving that with the right support, determination, and knowledge, emerging producers can transform their agricultural dreams…
Read MoreRooted in agriculture, driven by discovery
From observing life on her family’s sugarcane farm to conducting research in plant pathology, Potatoes SA bursary recipient Caroline Mhlaba is building a career dedicated to protecting crop health and…
Read MoreImpact of rising fuel prices on developing potato producers
The 2026 agricultural season has highlighted how vulnerable developing potato producers are to rising input costs, weather variability, and market instability. The sharp increase in fuel prices in April had…
Read MoreFirst-time potato producers take root in Randfontein
A new chapter in agricultural development is unfolding in the farming community of Pelzvale in Randfontein. An emerging producer has successfully ventured into potato production for the very first time,…
Read MoreInvesting in the future
Potatoes SA, with the valued support of AgriSETA, continues to play a meaningful role in developing young talent through its Tertiary Pipeline Programme (TPP), which has been in operation since…
Read MoreStrengthening emerging producers: Insights from PIDT visits
The Potato Industry Development Trust (PIDT) conducted its annual Enterprise Development Programme (EDP) visits in the Western Cape for the first time, focussing on Jeena Farming (Pty) Ltd and Wilduso…
Read MoreKwaZulu-Natal land reform yields potato success
Mondli Ngcobo and three other directors of Nongalaza Logistics (Pty) Ltd operate a multicommodity agricultural enterprise in the Impendle Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal. The enterprise operates on 488.4 ha, owned…
Read MoreBuilding foundations for small-grower potato producers in the Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape plays a critical role in advancing small-scale agriculture in South Africa, with potato production offering significant potential to improve food security and household income. As the country’s…
Read MoreEmpowering excellence through facilitation training
Potatoes SA’s transformation team recently welcomed three enthusiastic new members who participated in a four-day facilitator training programme. The programme was a purposeful journey of reflection, growth and practical application,…
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