Growing Tomatoes

Tomato seeds can be saved casually through squeezing them out onto a paper towel and then air drying them,but the fermentation method is a better route.Through the fermentation route ,the tomato seeds which are stored can be viable for over 6 years.Fermentation...
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More About Berries: Blackberries

🍒Blackberries are a summer fruit,with the production season in S.A starting in November but mostly depending on the area and variety of the blackberry. 🌱Blackberry plant takes up to 3 years to reach maturity and remains productive for up to 12 years. 💊Blackberries are...
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More About Berries: Gooseberries

These gooseberries are commonly known as Cape gooseberries due to the Western Cape being the largest producer of the gooseberries in South Africa. Season: Cape gooseberries start beating fruit between 4-5 months after being planted.The gooseberries can be harvested on...
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Hydroponics, the Future of Farming

As the human population continues to grow, most of the land available will be used for human settlements rather than farming so one can still do farming no matter where you are. Hydroponics is one of the best methods which both saves land and labour. Hydroponics is...
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Congratulation Class of 2019

Congratulations Class of 2019🎓.All your hard work has finally paid off.Looking forward to welcoming young farmers on board.Agriculture is the cornerstone of our nation.👩🏾‍🌾#youngfarmers#womeninfarming #classof2019...
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Growing Carrots

* One can grow carrots from your own carrots.You can cut the top of the carrots and place them in water and just observe them grow. Here is to growing our own food supply. #babes_we_farming #growingvegetables #carrots #growyourownfood...
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COVID-19 cannot be transmitted through food…

The COVID-19 is not a food borne disease so it can not be passing through food items.Lets continue to play a part ensuring that our local farmer market stay afloat. @producemarketingassociation #babes_we_farming #localbusiness #farmersmarket #lockdown...
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Butterflies can be a Warning Signal

Butterflies 🦋 are beautiful but note that too many of the butterflies are not a good sign for your crop, might be a sign of an outbreak 😷#plant health#babes_we_farming https://www.instagram.com/p/B7-xdgfnYj3/
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Making Farming Cool and Fashionable

Here to dispel misconceptions about young women farmers 👩🏾‍🌾 in South Africa🇿🇦 as well as to empower these farmers (current and aspiring) with information and tools to aid their success! 🚜 #sebenzagirl #babeswefarming...
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More About Berries: Strawberries

I believe it’s everyone’s favorite. 🍓Strawberries thrive in areas with cold winter and mild summers and grow best in well-drained soils with high organic matter content. 🌱Strawberries are planted from March to April and harvested from June to December in South Africa....
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Farminist Blog

Follow me as I am farming! I will be sharing tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect crop without the hassles. Welcome to Farminist, Babes we farming! Read More

About Me

I am very passionate about farming so it’s a thrill for me to do what I love. However there are many challenges as a female working in a male dominated industry – only for the brave!

Frequently Asked Questions

I am answering questions! Find out why your germinated seed died, or what exactly ‘Foot and Mouth Disease’ is. Be sure to check back regularly for the latest answers. Read More

More About Berries: Strawberries

More About Berries: Strawberries

Apr 25, 2020

I believe it’s everyone’s favorite. 🍓Strawberries thrive in areas with cold winter and mild summers and grow best in well-drained soils with high organic matter content. 🌱Strawberries are planted from March to April and harvested from June to December in South Africa....

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More About Berries: Gooseberries

More About Berries: Gooseberries

Apr 24, 2020

These gooseberries are commonly known as Cape gooseberries due to the Western Cape being the largest producer of the gooseberries in South Africa. Season: Cape gooseberries start beating fruit between 4-5 months after being planted.The gooseberries can be harvested on...

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More About Berries: Raspberries

More About Berries: Raspberries

Apr 23, 2020

Season: Raspberries are picked from the end of November until end of March. Shelf life: Raspberries are kept refrigerated and can be enjoyed for as long as 2-3days. Care: Raspberries are very fragile.Refrigerate them immediately only rinse them when you are ready to...

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