Deputy president Paul Mashatile will lead a high delegation of ministers and government officials to the Remmoho Investment in Agriculture Harvest Day in Bethlehem, Free State on Thursday, 27 February.
According to Remmoho, the event will celebrate the entity’s ongoing commitment to agricultural development, job creation, and economic progress within the Thabo Mofutsanyana district.
“This landmark event will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and strategic partners to showcase innovation, sustainability, and economic impact in the Free State’s agriculture sector.
Investing in apple farming
“The Remmoho Investment in Agriculture is spearheading a game-changing apple farming and processing initiative at Stead Fruit Growers farm, which is focused on export and local processing. This initiative aligns with the vision of chairman Pitso Sekhoto, whose dedication to agriculture and economic development is now coming to fruition driving employment, investment, and transformation in the province of the Eastern Free State,” the statement said.
Remmoho and its partners are developing a 100-hectare apple farm for exports and processing markets on Stead Fruit Growers farm.
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“The apple orchards, expanded from 12 hectares to 19 hectares in 2024, with a vision for 100 hectares by 2027. This growth highlights the entity’s role in leading sustainable, technology-driven agriculture, backed by key investments and resource support from both government and private entities,” the statement noted.
Meanwhile, the deputy president’s office said the visit aims to celebrate significant milestones in agricultural development and further demonstrate the government’s commitment to growing an inclusive agricultural sector while creating job opportunities.
Celebrating agricultural success stories
“As the chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on agriculture and land reform, the deputy president will engage with approximately 500 local farmers, agricultural stakeholders and commodity groups, discussing strategies for expanding the agricultural sector, driving economic growth, and supporting job creation in the province.
“During his visit, the deputy president will witness first-hand the investments in apple export and processing facilities in the province, which showcases the innovative efforts to enhance agricultural production and support local farmers, especially black farmers, in growing production,” the deputy president’s office said in a statement.
It also stated that the visit would highlight the role of Remmoho Investment in Agriculture, that contributes to the government’s vision enshrined in the Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP) of growing an inclusive agricultural sector.
“The company’s investments in the agricultural space are playing a pivotal role in breaking new frontiers to create employment opportunities and achieve food security in South Africa.
“The event will be a celebration of agricultural success stories, as well as an opportunity to underscore how such initiatives align with government efforts to foster economic development and ensure food security for the nation.”
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