Philippi, Western Cape – Sheena Paulus, the entrepreneur behind Tri-Toad Nursery, is using her business to create opportunities for women while contributing to the growth of agriculture in her community.
Through Tri-Toad Nursery, Sheena provides women with practical skills in plant production and nursery management. Her team is mainly made up of women who are trained to select seeds and soil, care for seedlings and nurture plants as they grow.
Sheena’s work in agriculture has earned her several awards and recognition in the sector. She attributes her success to the team that supports her vision for the growth of Tri-Toad Nursery.
“My success as a woman entrepreneur is driven by my team, who support my vision and mission to take Tri-Toad to greater heights. Every day, I ensure that my team, most of whom are women, is equipped with the skills they need because their knowledge and dedication are what make this business possible,” says Sheena.
Skills development is an important part of the nursery’s work. Through workshops and training, women working at Tri-Toad are gaining practical knowledge that can help them participate in the agricultural value chain and contribute to sustainable food production.
The nursery produces seedlings for commercial growers while providing women with opportunities to gain experience and develop their skills in agriculture.
Tri-Toad Nursery’s partnership with Casidra supports the growth of the business and its contribution to women’s economic participation in agriculture and entrepreneurship.
For Sheena, running a successful business is also about creating opportunities for others.
Her journey as a woman entrepreneur demonstrates how skills development, determination and access to opportunities can help women build sustainable businesses and contribute to their communities.
As part of Women’s Month 2026, Casidra celebrates Sheena Paulus and the women of Tri-Toad Nursery for their contribution to agriculture, skills development and entrepreneurship.
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