Dr Tatenda Kawhena is a natural problem solver. His most recent idea could eventually help shrink the pomegranate industry’s plastics footprint and can curb food losses along its value chain. Dr Kawhena, came up with when he developed an edible coating that extends the storage and shelf life of this Mediterranean fruit.

And we celebrate this week’s #SoilSister, Eastern Cape farmer Tuleka Ngcingwana. She comes from an entrepreneurial family. Operating different businesses comes naturally, from hospitality to retail so when her parents decided to start a commercial farm succeeding was inevitable. She recalls learning from her grandfather that finding a niche market is key to ensure any business thrives…