From Taung in North West to Kokstad in KwaZulu-Natal, farmers can now register to attend Food For Mzansi’s 2024 provincial farmer days. This is a free opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and network with agricultural enterprises.
The host farmers for the upcoming events have just been announced:
- Sinthumule, Limpopo: Wed. 17 July with host farmer Emmanuel Madau
- Malalane, Mpumalanga: Fri. 19 July with host farmer Portia Mdhlovu
- Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng: Thu. 25 July with host farmer Thabang Hlabedi
- Taung, North West: Fri. 2 August with host farmer Tshepiso Jantjies
- Senekal, Free State: Wed. 02 October with host farmer Ratlale “Bush” Masiu
- Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal: Wed. 09 October with host farmer Lumka Digashu
- Kuruman, Northern Cape: Wed. 28 August with host farmer Remofilwe Banda
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape: Fri. 30 August, with host farmer Sydney Claassen
- Mthatha, Eastern Cape: Wed. 4 September, with host Mzimasi Jalisa
Registering is easy! Click on this link to let us know you’re coming. By signing up, you’ll get free access to Food For Mzansi’s membership club and be added to our closed WhatsApp group. Don’t worry, others won’t be able to message you in the group.
What to expect at our 2024 farmer days
This is your chance to learn from industry experts, connect with fellow farmers, and collaborate on the future of farming. It is a must-attend for aspiring or new-era farmers wanting to learn from the best in the business.
Lumka Digashu, a commercial farmer, is set to host the highly anticipated KwaZulu-Natal farmer day on her farm in Kokstad.
“I feel very privileged and honoured to be hosting such a prestigious and informative event,” Digashu shared. “Although I may be nervous because of its magnitude, I am mostly excited.”
Digashu said she believes the event will bring life-changing opportunities, provide clarity, and offer a great experience to me and other young farmers her region.
Farmers from the SADC region are also scheduled to attend the event in KZN.
Don’t miss out
By attending you will gain insights into the cutting-edge trends and techniques that are currently transforming the agricultural landscape. Additionally, come and learn about farm production do’s and don’ts, with experts providing guidance on what works and what doesn’t in farm management practices.
Meanwhile, host farmer Ratlale “Bush” Masiu will welcome attendees to his farm for the Free State leg of the farmer days in Senekal.
“I am so excited that Masiu Enterprises, in collaboration with Food For Mzansi, will be hosting a very informative farmer day this coming August at our farm. Be there or be squared,” Masiu said.
Another key highlight of the event is the focus on strategies to boost farm production. Attendees will discover various methods that can significantly increase their farm’s output and efficiency. This knowledge is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their farming practices and achieve greater success in their agricultural ventures.
Click here to register if you wish to attend any of the farmers’ days.
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