Mukwevho, M. H.Morwe, K. G.Mokhomola, Temoso2026-02-182026-02-182025-09-05Mokhomola, T. 2025. Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province. . .https://univendspace.univen.ac.za/handle/11602/3150MA in Youth DevelopmentDepartment of Youth in DevelopmentBackground: Farming entrepreneurship is a cornerstone of the South African economy. However, the number of youths who are participating in farming entrepreneurship is unsatisfactory. This poses a serious concern to food security in the country. The aim of the study was to explain the youth’s knowledge system about farming entrepreneurship in selected rural-based areas of Greater Tzaneen Municipality in Limpopo Province. Methods: The study adopted an explanatory sequential mixed methods design wherein the quantitative approach was dominant while the qualitative approach served to complement the quantitative results. The quantitative research data were collected through self-administered structured questionnaires, whilst qualitative data were collected through focus groups composed of 10 participants. The questionnaire and Interview guide were pre-tested before the actual data collection process. The study adopted Stratified sampling and purposive sampling. Trustworthiness measures of credibility, confirmability, transferability and dependability were considered. The quantitative data were analysed through descriptive statistics analysis. By employing descriptive statistics analysis, the researcher had gained valuable insight from the data. While qualitative data was analysed using content thematic analysis. The researcher adhered to the ethical principles of informed consent, voluntary participation, anonymity, confidentiality, privacy, and the principle of respect. Results: The findings from this study reveal mixed perceptions among youth concerning small-scale farming entrepreneurship. while some expressed positive views, the overwhelming majority hold negative perceptions. These negative perceptions appear to be rooted in several factors, including labour-intensive, associated with the old generation, financial support, weather conditions, and risk tolerances. The study finds these perceptions create a significant challenge for encouraging youth engagement in small-scale farming entrepreneurship. Recommendations: The study recommends that there is a need for the South African Government (National Agricultural Marketing Council) to amend policies related to farming entrepreneurship. The policies must stretch as far as to accommodate the needs of small-scale farmers. By providing non-funding support and funding support. This includes providing access to arable land, resources, and market connections. Conclusion: Based on an overview of prevailing circumstances on the youth’s perceptions and knowledge regarding small-scale farming entrepreneurship. The study concludes that many young people hold negative views about small-scale farming, mainly due to tough physical work, lack of funds, and climate uncertainty. By combining results from the quantitative survey with qualitative focus group interviews, the research sheds light on how these challenges influence youth perceptions and attitudes, offering a fuller picture of why farming entrepreneurship is seen this way.1 online resource (xiv, 113 leaves)enUniversity of VendaAgricultureUCTDEntrepreneurshipKnowledgePerceptionsSmall-scale farmingSubsistenceYouthDissertationMokhomola T. Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province. []. , 2025 [cited yyyy month dd]. Available from:Mokhomola, T. (2025). <i>Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province</i>. (). . Retrieved fromMokhomola, Temoso. <i>"Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province."</i> ., , 2025.TY - Dissertation AU - Mokhomola, Temoso AB - Background: Farming entrepreneurship is a cornerstone of the South African economy. However, the number of youths who are participating in farming entrepreneurship is unsatisfactory. This poses a serious concern to food security in the country. The aim of the study was to explain the youth’s knowledge system about farming entrepreneurship in selected rural-based areas of Greater Tzaneen Municipality in Limpopo Province. Methods: The study adopted an explanatory sequential mixed methods design wherein the quantitative approach was dominant while the qualitative approach served to complement the quantitative results. The quantitative research data were collected through self-administered structured questionnaires, whilst qualitative data were collected through focus groups composed of 10 participants. The questionnaire and Interview guide were pre-tested before the actual data collection process. The study adopted Stratified sampling and purposive sampling. Trustworthiness measures of credibility, confirmability, transferability and dependability were considered. The quantitative data were analysed through descriptive statistics analysis. By employing descriptive statistics analysis, the researcher had gained valuable insight from the data. While qualitative data was analysed using content thematic analysis. The researcher adhered to the ethical principles of informed consent, voluntary participation, anonymity, confidentiality, privacy, and the principle of respect. Results: The findings from this study reveal mixed perceptions among youth concerning small-scale farming entrepreneurship. while some expressed positive views, the overwhelming majority hold negative perceptions. These negative perceptions appear to be rooted in several factors, including labour-intensive, associated with the old generation, financial support, weather conditions, and risk tolerances. The study finds these perceptions create a significant challenge for encouraging youth engagement in small-scale farming entrepreneurship. Recommendations: The study recommends that there is a need for the South African Government (National Agricultural Marketing Council) to amend policies related to farming entrepreneurship. The policies must stretch as far as to accommodate the needs of small-scale farmers. By providing non-funding support and funding support. This includes providing access to arable land, resources, and market connections. Conclusion: Based on an overview of prevailing circumstances on the youth’s perceptions and knowledge regarding small-scale farming entrepreneurship. The study concludes that many young people hold negative views about small-scale farming, mainly due to tough physical work, lack of funds, and climate uncertainty. By combining results from the quantitative survey with qualitative focus group interviews, the research sheds light on how these challenges influence youth perceptions and attitudes, offering a fuller picture of why farming entrepreneurship is seen this way. DA - 2025-09-05 DB - ResearchSpace DP - Univen KW - Agriculture KW - Entrepreneurship KW - Knowledge KW - Perceptions KW - Small-scale farming KW - Subsistence KW - Youth LK - https://univendspace.univen.ac.za PY - 2025 T1 - Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province TI - Youths’ Knowledge Systems and Perceptions on Small-Scale Farming Entrepreneurship in Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo Province UR - ER -