Prof. Mditshwa is a horticulturist and postharvest expert. He graduated his BSc Agric, MSc Agric, and PhD from the University of Fort Hare, University and KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), and Stellenbosch University, respectively. He is currently an Associate Professor at the School of Agriculture and Science, UKZN. He has over 10 years’ experience in horticultural science research. His research is focused on postharvest physiology and technology with a special interest in non-chemical technologies for fresh produce quality preservation. Prof. Mditshwa previously served as the Academic Leader for Production Sciences within UKZN. He is a member of the South African Academy of Young Science (SAYAS) and the International Society of Horticultural Science (ISHS). Lastly, he is a registered trainer for GlobalG.A.P where he is involved in capacity-building initiatives for producers and other interested parties.