Ways Young People Are Reinventing Agriculture In Africa

Hydroponics

According to Africa.com young farmers are leaving behind traditional farming methods and opting for more innovative methods. Hydroponics is planting without the need for soil. Water is used in its place to grow plants. South African farmer Loyiso Mbete from Kayamandi Beekeepers in Stellenbosh, Western Cape says one of the biggest advantages of hydroponics is that it takes away the need for massive land space and grows produce quicker.

Mobiles

Farmers are using mobile phones to keep in touch with the latest trends in the sector. But more importantly, they are using it to market products. Young farmers are using social media to create awareness about their farms and produce.

Women in Agriculture

Africa has the highest number of women working in the agriculture sector. Most women like Thlabane a farmer in Bela – Bela Limpopo Province were exposed to farming from an early age.

Jobs

According to NEPAD, around 330 million youth in Africa will join the workforce by 2025 but unfortunately, there won’t be enough opportunities for everyone. For this reason, entrepreneurship is being encouraged. Agriculture is the only sector with the capacity to employ a larger population of the working force.

 

Source: https://www.klk.co.za/ways-young-people-reinventing-agriculture-africa-2/