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“We saw that we could build this type of system on a rooftop"

Urban farming pioneers in Mzansi are reshaping agriculture, proving the concrete jungle can be fertile grounds for food and economic growth. Inspirational stories emerge from SA's urban landscapes, from unemployed youth to urban farming entrepreneurs.

Urban farming is bringing a fresh perspective to Mzansi's agricultural sector. From community gardens to rooftop farms, urban farmers are proving that cities can be fertile grounds for growing food and creating economic opportunities.

Zandile Kumalo is the urban farming pioneer turning Sandton's rooftops green with hydroponics. With Kumalo's Neighbour Roots farm, fresh produce is just a rooftop away for many restaurants and retailers.

In this article, Kumalo shares why she hardly worries about market access and how her farm saves up to 80% of water compared to conventional farming methods through water recirculation.

Read more at foodformzansi.co.za

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