We made it to Chicago! Our flight to Newark, New Jersey is on time. Once we land in Newark, our next stop is Johannesburg! Everyone is excited! Above are some of our happy students waiting at the Chicago airport. Although hanging out at the airport is not fun, it sure beats the cramped airplane!! If we have time we will update you once more in Newark. Please feel free to comment below, family and friends!
Day 5: March 16th
Visiting a family farm raising Bonsmara cattle Hartbeesport Dam Yogurt drink we tried at the dairy! Jersey cattle being milked Today’s farm visits started down a literal rocky road. We ended up taking a wrong turn , but rather than it screwing up our day, we took it in stride and were able to take in the rural and local agriculture through our detour . Once we got back on the right track, we met a female farmer named Ipeleng Kwadi-Seboni, w ho originally was a school teacher, and now grazes one hundred head of Bonsmar a cattle on 75 hectares of land. Also on the same land, there stands a lake that they hope to implement aquaculture into their practice one day. This lake is also used for recreational fishing and camping by the local people. She is also involved in Youth in Agriculture and Rural Development, a mentorship program that helps local youth explore different ...

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