Matjee Mokgoadi: How to overcome funding challenges in agriculture
About this episode
Matjee Mokgoadi discusses overcoming funding challenges in agriculture and empowering emerging farmers.
In this episode, we speak to Matjee Mokgoadi, founder of Phuti Ya Mashilape Group and a youth agricultural leader, about empowering emerging farmers through mentorship, agribusiness support and cooperative development. He shares insights on overcoming funding and market access challenges, building sustainable farming systems and why young people should view agriculture as a viable business and career opportunity. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership, collaboration and practical experience in driving rural economic development.
People in this episode
Guest: Matjee Mokgoadi
Topics covered
- funding challenges
- agriculture
- mentorship
- agribusiness
- youth empowerment
- sustainable farming
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Phuti Ya Mashilape Group
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