Transformation
Potato harvesting by EDP projects in the Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape continues to show remarkable progress in the development of its emerging black potato producers through structured support programmes, such as the Potatoes SA Enterprise Development Programme (EDP).…
Read MoreJanine Bisschoff: From plant passion to protection
Janine Bisschoff, a young scientist from Centurion in Pretoria, has always been captivated by the finer details. Even as a child, her curiosity leaned towards the natural sciences, particularly the…
Read MorePlanting hope, growing purpose: Sinovuyo’s journey from student to scientist
Sinovuyo Magwebu’s journey began in the heart of Whittlesea, a semi-rural town in the Eastern Cape. As the eldest of three siblings, she grew up in a closeknit family with…
Read MorePotatoes SA: Enterprise Development Funding Application
Potatoes South Africa invites eligible farmers to apply for the Potatoes South Africa Enterprise Development Programme. Potatoes South Africa’s four-year Enterprise Development Programme supports producers by providing financial aid for…
Read MoreLand Development Support projects: First-time potato harvest in Bela-Bela
In the heart of Bela-Bela, in the Waterberg district of Limpopo, a promising chapter in South Africa’s agricultural transformation is unfolding. Two local farmers are reaping the fruits of their…
Read MoreThe ripple effect of the small grower project in Mpumalanga
As part of its endeavours to facilitate transformation in the potato industry, Potatoes SA identified a gap in the support of smallholder farmers who have access to land and are…
Read MoreFive years of growth: A recap of the Potatoes SA enterprise development programme
Over the past five years, the Potatoes SA enterprise development programme (EDP) has grown into a key driver of transformation within the potato industry, focussing on commercialising over 40 developing…
Read MoreFrom struggle to success: Alilali Mudimeli
Alilali Mudimeli’s agricultural journey is a story of resilience, passion, and the transformative power of education. Born and raised in Dopeni village in Limpopo, she grew up in a family…
Read MoreCompetition 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,…
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