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Unlocking Potential, Cultivating Success

Empowering the Future of Agriculture

Mr Philani Majola

By Philani Sboniso on 2024-09-29

As a proud member of the Future Farmers Foundation, I have had the incredible opportunity to expand my knowledge and skills in agriculture through hands-on experiences in various roles. My journey includes working with hydroponics, dairy processing, and urban farming, which has shaped my commitment to community development and training future agricultural leaders. I am dedicated to sharing my expertise and empowering others in the agricultural sector, helping to create a sustainable and prosperous future for all.

    • 2018: Worked at Qutom Farms with hydroponics vegetables, flowers, organic vegetables, and packhouse operations.
    • 2019: Placed in a horticulture farm in the USA, enhancing horticultural knowledge and skills.
    • 2020: Worked in a dairy processing factory, focusing on making cheeses, butter, and yogurt.
    • 2021: Contributed to a Bayer-funded project at The Farm Nearby, promoting urban farming.
    • 2023: Managed Siphesihle Farming and Processing, producing seedlings, hydroponics vegetables, and packaging for retail stores.
    • Currently serving as a trainer, facilitating training programs at Cedara and UKZN, covering:
      • Dairy processing (cheeses, butter, yogurt)
      • Horticulture (seedlings production, vegetable production)
      • Post-harvest handling and processing
      • Meat processing (polony, ham, sausages, biltong, minced meat.