Sustainable agricultural practices for small-scale farmers

<p><strong>Sustainable agriculture</strong> can be defined as producing food and livestock over the long term with minimal negative effects on the environment. It is undertaken by a society with the goal of producing the greatest quantity of food over the longest time in order to feed a growing human population while keeping the environment intact. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, <strong>Mandisa Mazibuko</strong> Masters candidate in crop sciences&nbsp;specialising in agronomy, shares some insights on why we needs sustainable farming and some sustainable practices for small scale farmers. </p><p>And this week, we celebrate #SoilSista,<strong> Minah Marendi, </strong>After dedicating three decades of her life as a health hero. Marendi was inspired to trade in her stethoscope for a new venture with boots and gloves nurturing the soil.</p>