Turning small plots into profit

Staff writer, 21 July 2026.

So, you’ve been considering taking up commercial farming for a while now but not sure about how to access land for farming.

For starters, you will be pleased to know that farming has low-barrier startup opportunities especially in high demand commodities like vegetables, herbs, poultry, eggs, and small scale livestock.
Startup costs can be low with tunnels, backyard gardens, and container systems.

You can start small, grow quick turn crops, and sell straight to households, local shops, and nearby restaurants.

Using simple tech such as irrigation timers and mobile marketing can improve efficiency.You may want to secure partnerships with agri cooperatives, input suppliers, and local markets to help secure steady buyers.

Evidence confirms that with smart planning and consistent quality, small farms can grow into reliable, profitable agribusinesses that go on to supply big markets as we saw a few years ago with SAB’s Women in Maize programme.