The Power of Lemons

Cold season is upon us so we need to keep warm and healthy. Lemons are one of the common fruits used to help in treatment of cold symptoms. Lemon is a good source of vitamin C and the vitamin C helps to relieve upper respiratory tract infections and other illnesses....
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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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The Secrets of Growing Thyme

So the @thelazymakoti indicated that some of her friends are struggling with growing thyme so here is two basic points to consider when growing thyme. Note that thyme survive and thrive better when kept well in a watered and warm, bright location. Light: Thyme prefers...
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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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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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The Benefits of Dr Beetroot

One of my favorite vegetable is beetroot which is commonly known as beets.Beetroot is one of the most resilient crops. ☀️The best planting times for beetroot are spring and autumn,the crop does well during summer. ❄️Although beets are tolerant of cold,they grow...
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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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The Beauty of Home Gardens

Home gardens does not required tons of space so work with what you have. Herbs and greens are usually the best plant of choice to consider for small backyard/balcony garden. Herb garden can double both source of food and sleek of a green look. The amount of direct...
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The Importance of Using a Rain Guage

It is of vital importance to have a rain gauge on the farming field because it assists in getting the amount of precipitation which has occurred.This will then give you a clear indication whether your crop will need more water supply through irrigation.As a farmer,I...
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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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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

Hydroponics, the Future of Farming

Hydroponics, the Future of Farming

Mar 28, 2020

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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The Beauty of Home Gardens

The Beauty of Home Gardens

Mar 22, 2020

Home gardens does not required tons of space so work with what you have. Herbs and greens are usually the best plant of choice to consider for small backyard/balcony garden. Herb garden can double both source of food and sleek of a green look. The amount of direct...

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Spekboom, the Miracle Plant

Spekboom, the Miracle Plant

Feb 16, 2020

Spekboom is popularity known as the miracle plant.The spekboom plant is indigenous to South Africa(Eastern Cape).Spekboom helps to fight both climate change and air pollution though it’s ability to absorb 4-10 tones of carbon per hectare.#indigenous plants #proudly...

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