This episode of The Farming Show continues the conversation with Zandile Khumalo of Neighbour Roots in Morningside, Sandton. In addition to being a hydroponic farmer, Zandile also holds a degree in analytical chemistry. In this episode, Zandile discusses in detail how she built her rooftop farm and how she managed to operate it like a business. Tune in to learn more about how Zandile made her rooftop farm a successful, lucrative enterprise.
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Rooftop farming with neighbour roots part 4: business in agriculture
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