A young female entrepreneur in Bulawayo is turning heads with her innovative approach to farming, using hydroponic technology to grow lettuce and strawberries at her family home in Waterford suburb. Hydroponics, a method of growing plants without soil by using water-based mineral nutrient solutions, has become the foundation of her thriving business and is offering hope to young aspiring farmers.
Ms. Ntombifikile Ncube has transformed her backyard into a flourishing greenhouse, utilizing smart farming techniques to grow her crops. She recently invited visitors to tour her greenhouse, where both strawberries and lettuce are in full bloom and expected to be ready for harvest by early May.
"This method has huge potential, especially for young people passionate about farming but without access to large plots of land," Ms. Ncube said, explaining how hydroponics requires much less space compared to traditional farming methods.
To help others adopt this modern farming technique, Ms. Ncube has established a company dedicated to training young individuals in hydroponic farming and assisting them in setting up their own systems.
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