A dream has become a reality with the establishment of a new seedling nursery. Mr Hadebe expressed great joy and gratitude for this development, as it now enables him to grow his own seedlings and take a significant step towards self-sufficiency. Once his nursery has been established, Mr Hadebe will be able to service the…
On 6 March 2026, a total of 106 participants attended a planting course in Pietermaritzburg. The session was led by Mr Mzi Ndlovu and Mr Mfanfikile Khomo, who shared practical guidance on successfully growing vegetables. Participants also learned how to produce their own compost to nourish their crops. To support their journey, each attendee received…
Mr. Hadebe and his team began planting seedlings on 5 February 2026 at their church in Deemount, Harding. Despite the extremely hot weather, they worked tirelessly throughout the afternoon, planting row after row of seedlings. They continued their efforts the following day and successfully completed the task, planting a total of 310 cabbage, 320 spinach,…
On 21 January 2026, Emseni Farming assisted Mr. Phakathi in his garden in Maphumulo. Making the most of the open spaces between his maize crop, he planted cabbage, spinach, and beetroot seedlings. This intercropping approach not only maximizes land use but also results in a more productive and diverse harvest – which means more healthy…
Nkandla Correctional Services has taken inspiring strides by independently cultivating spinach. To further fuel this growth, Emseni Farming has generously donated a variety of vegetable seedlings, helping to strengthen and expand their agricultural initiative.
Six households at the Harding Old Age Home are overjoyed with the gift of seedlings and the chance to grow their own vegetables. Thanks to this initiative, they no longer have to buy produce—they can now enjoy fresh, homegrown vegetables straight from their garden. It’s more than just food; it’s the satisfaction of eating the…
The journey from planting to harvest has been truly rewarding for the many individuals who received seedlings and nurtured them into thriving gardens. The results speak for themselves—lush, healthy produce that is both encouraging and deeply inspiring.
On 3 November 2025, Emseni Farming visited St Philomena’s Catholic Mission Church, donating a variety of vegetable seedlings and seeds to the brothers of the church. The pastor and the brothers of the Roman Catholic church warmly welcomed the donation and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support. They committed to nurturing the seedlings with care…
Feedback from Zama Masondo, a Unisa student and aspiring gardener: “My name is Zama Masondo. I am 28 years old and I live in KwaMaphumulo, KwaMaqumbi. I am a student at UNISA, studying for a Bachelor of Arts in African Languages and Information Science, and I am in my second year. Farming or gardening helps…
On 4 July 2025, a vibrant vegetable garden has been established at the Salvation Army Church, thanks to the generous donation of cabbage and beetroot seedlings from Emseni Farming. Under the expert guidance of Mr. Mzi Ndlovu, community members learned how to properly prepare the soil and plant the seedlings. To protect the young plants…