Affordability of 4IR tools for agricultural use by small-scale sugarcane farmers at KwaDlangezwa.

The agricultural sector has experienced enormous modifications throughout the years, fueled by industrial revolutions geared towards satisfying global food demand efficiently. While previous revolutions increased agricultural productivity, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) brought about fast change, ushering in smarter farming methods. However, the advantages of 4IR technologies have not been evenly distributed, especially among small-scale farmers who face financial limits and other hurdles. This article discusses the findings of a study undertaken in KwaDlangezwa, which illustrate discrepancies in technological adoption among small-scale farmers.The findings of this paper revealed that small-scale farmers at KwaDlangzwa are left behind in terms of technology; hence, they are still using outdated agricultural tools. Additionally, the purpose of this paper is to present findings on the place of 4IR and tools used by small-scale farmers at KwaDlangezwa and acknowledge their role in agriculture by providing guidance on affordable technological tools. The paper uses capability theory to answer the objectives of the study on whether farmers are in a position to purchase 4IR tools. The study used discourse analysis to validate the findings from the 28 farmers that participated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]