Buying a new car is always exciting, but it comes at a high cost! - especially if you're a new farmer. Many South Africans are encouraged to use a balloon payment and this week Wesbank’s Kutlwano Mogatusi unpacks this!

You don’t want to miss agricultural economist, Lunathi Hlakanyane’s overview of Mzansi’s niche crops and markets to explore. It’s vital to diversify and become a trendsetter! 

Understanding how global export markets operate is essential for any farmer. Experts in the fruit export industry joins us this week to share crucial tips for farmer’s interested in penetrating international markets.   

We chat to Lucinda Dordley, head of news of Food For Mzansi’s newly launched sister publication called, FoodForAfrika.com with inspiration and news from across the continent. 

On the top of our book pile, is A Fistful of Shells: West Africa from the Rise of the Slave Trade to the Age of Revolution by Toby Green. And, our farmer tip of the week comes from Siphiwe Sithole, African Marmalade founder, an organic farming enterprise in Pretoria.