Siyanda Sishuba
Siyanda Sishuba has a degree in broadcast journalism. She graduated in 2010 at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape. She is passionate about the environment and agriculture.
Siyanda grew up in Whittlesea and has seen how climate change and invasive species are affecting farmers in her community.
She’s worked at the Weekend Post, a local newspaper in Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape. Thereafter she landed herself a job at Debt Management Consultants in East London, writing articles for company’s newsletter. She then moved to Johannesburg to work for the Department of Environmental Affairs Biosecurity Advocacy Unit
Agro-processing entrepreneurs urged to ‘do their homework’
Aspiring agro-processing entrepreneurs have to do the necessary research before applying for financing when starting a business, to ensure that they fully understand all the requirements set by financial institutions and other funding organisations.
SA peanut plantings at lowest level ever
Only 19 200ha had been planted to peanuts in the 2018/2019 production season, which is the smallest area on record, according to Grain SA head economist, Luan van der Walt.
‘Global pig industry to remain unpredictable in 2019’
Pig producers globally experienced a difficult year in 2018, and 2019 is expected to be just as unpredictable, according to Gianluca Avino, commercial director of Genus International in Italy.
Celebrating 2019 World Pulses Day
World Pulses Day, a global event aimed at raising awareness about the multiple benefits of pulses, is being celebrated today.
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Rural human settlements could threaten farmland – report
Expansion of human settlement in rural areas could threaten agricultural potential, according to a recent report released by Wandile Sihlobo, head of economic and agribusiness intelligence at Agbiz.
New association for smallholder tobacco farmers
The Black Tobacco Farmers’ Association (BTFA), launched in Pretoria on Thursday, aims to protect and prioritise the interests of black tobacco farmers to ensure their continued development and sustainability in the industry.
Agri partnerships lead to success for young female farmer
Energetic new farmer Mbali Nwoko started her vegetable farming operation only two years ago, but her determination to succeed has been rewarded and recognised. In 2017 she was named one of 20 finalists in the prestigious 702 Sage Small Business Awards.
Agribusiness can help speed up economic turnaround – Agbiz
The private sector and agribusiness in particular, can play a major role in a turnaround strategy for South Africa.
Less positive outlook for 2019 grain production season
The agriculture sector will end 2018 on a mixed note as dry and hot weather conditions in many parts of South Africa create uncertainty for grain production, according to Wandile Sihlobo, head of agribusiness research at Agbiz. Sihlobo was speaking at the recent Agbiz media day held in Pretoria.
Agri SA aims to improve agri sector transformation
Agri SA’s AgroHub website was recently launched during the organisation’s annual congress that took place in Pretoria.
Call for assistance from Lesotho wool and mohair industry
Following a failed court bid to force the government of Lesotho to withdraw the recently gazetted Agricultural Marketing (Wool and Mohair Licensing) Regulations of 2018, wool and mohair producers in that country are appealing to industry stakeholders in neighbouring countries for assistance.
AFASA and DAFF must work together to help black farmers
The African Farmers’ Association of South Africa (AFASA) and the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries needed to collaborate to build on AFASA’s work to support black farmers in accessing markets, land, water and energy.
South African wheat imports under threat
The ongoing heatwaves in Russia, Australia and the EU are bound to negatively affect wheat production in those countries.
No room for favourites – choose cattle breeds carefully
Gugulethu Zondi, the Agricultural Research Council’s 2016 National Emerging Beef Farmer of the Year, says that farming should be treated like any other business, and that beef farmers should choose their breeds based on performance rather than preference.
Top female entrepreneur’s passion for training new farmers
Piggery owner Zodwa Thwala, winner of the 2017 Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Best Female Entrepreneur Award, says that her love for teaching motivated her to add farmer training to her existing piggery business.
Woolworths’ Farming for the Future programme expands
The Woolworths Farming for the Future programme, which was established in 2011 with 14 farmer members, has shown a significant increase, with 196 farmers currently participating in the programme, according to Feroz Koor, group head of sustainability at the retailer, speaking at the Africa Shared Value Summit in Johannesburg recently.
Developing grain farmer programme shows positive results
There are currently 24 successful producers who can be deemed sustainable black commercial farmers in the grain and oilseeds industry in South Africa.
SA’s first commercial cashmere success story
Not only is indigenous iMbuzi goats’ hair used to produce cashmere at the Ivili Loboya production unit near Butterwoth, but local smallholders are also empowered.
Explore Conservation Champion wine farms with new app
The World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa (WWF-SA) has introduced a free mobile app that helps users to explore Conservation Champion wine farms.
African dairy farmers need to become climate smart
The African dairy industry was facing its worst challenges as a result of climate change. As such, adaptation and mitigation were needed to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that contributed to climate change.
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