On 26 September 2025, the Maphumulo Resource Centre was filled with joy and energy as farmers—young and old—gathered to share knowledge and explore new opportunities beyond traditional agriculture. The workshop, hosted by Emseni Farming, Bonlé, RTS, and the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation, aimed to empower farmers to consider starting businesses outside of farming. Participants were encouraged…
On 18 September 2025, we had the joy of visiting two crèches—Momotheka Crèche and Sebenzokuhle Crèche—to plant vegetable seedlings and share the love of growing food with the little ones. At Momotheka Crèche, we planted cabbage, beetroot, and spinach, while Sebenzokuhle Crèche focused on beetroot seedlings. The children were full of excitement, happily digging into…
Each year, stores from Greytown and Kranskop come together for a fun-filled soccer bash, celebrating teamwork, sportsmanship, and local spirit. This year, Bonlé sponsored Aheers Cash and Carry with a brand-new soccer kit. The teams gave it their all on the field, playing with heart and energy. Aheers Cash and Carry made it to the…
On 20 August 2025, over 60 female farmers from the Maphumulo area gathered to attend a farmers’ workshop aimed at promoting agricultural education and celebrating women’s contributions during Women’s Month. The event was jointly organised by Emseni Farming, Bonle Dairy, RTS, and the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation. The workshop focused on empowering women through agricultural knowledge…
On August 7, 2025, Emseni Farming, in collaboration with the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation, hosted a hands-on workshop on avocado cultivation at the Mvozana Thusong Centre in Maphumulo. The event welcomed farmers from the Ubuhle Bolimo Co-operative, a local group dedicated to growing and selling vegetables. Mr. Shandu, representing the Department of Agriculture in Maphumulo, expressed…
Today we were at Ngubane’s garden harvesting cabbage, spinach and beetroots. What a day we had! Thank you so much to everyone who is supporting this initiative.
In a place that was unused and full of weeds, these men went to work and tilled the ground, prepared it, and plotted the new vegetable patch with cabbage seedlings. https://www.emseni.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WhatsApp-Video-2025-07-18-at-16.08.42.mp4
Today marks another successful harvest at the Mkhize family homestead. The vegetable garden continues to thrive, with the crops appearing healthy, vibrant, and well-maintained. The consistent care and attention given to this garden are clearly reflected in the quality of the produce, showcasing the family’s dedication to sustainable home farming. The Ngubane family has successfully…
https://www.emseni.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WhatsApp-Video-2025-07-09-at-12.02.59.mp4 On 09 July 2025, in the rural community of Bhamshela, the Makhoba, Mkhize, Ngcamu, Ndlovu, Jali, Majozi, Smith, and Govender families actively participated in a home gardening initiative. With dedication and enthusiasm, each family prepared the soil in their respective yards and planted cabbage and beetroot seedlings generously donated by Emseni Farming. This initiative…
On June 26, 2025, representatives from Emseni Farming—Mzikayise Ndlovu, Mfanifikile Khamo, and Janis—conducted a gardening workshop in the Ndwedwe community. The workshop included both theoretical and practical training on planting. It was sponsored by Emseni Farming and RTS Embeweni Place of Seed. Looking ahead, Emseni Farming plans to build a seedling nursery for the community….