Food For Mzansi, in partnership with John Deere, has announced that registration for the 2023 Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba is now open. The event will take place on Wednesday, 14 and Thursday, 15 June at a world-renowned venue in the south of Johannesburg.
“The decision to hold the indaba on the eve of Youth Day commemoration is significant,” said co-founder and strategy director Kobus Louwrens.
“Attendees will be pleased to know that our soon-to-be announced venue is historically significant location and in many ways captures the colourful spirit of South Africa. The indaba acknowledges the role that young people continue to play in shaping the future of the country, particularly in the agricultural sector.”
According to Ivor Price, co-founder and editor-in-chief of Food For Mzansi, this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever.
“We are excited to be hosting the Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba again this year, and we look forward to welcoming young farmers from across South Africa to the event,” said Price. “This year’s indaba promises to be an unforgettable experience, with an exciting line-up of keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.”
Top speakers and exhibitors
Jaco Beyers, managing director for Africa and the Middle East at John Deere, a senior partner for the indaba, expressed excitement about the event and the opportunity to connect with the next generation of farmers, showcasing their latest products and services.
“We are excited to partner with Food For Mzansi on this important event,” said Beyers. “The Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba offers a unique opportunity to connect with the next generation of farmers and to showcase our latest products and services. We look forward to participating in the event and to sharing our expertise and knowledge with the attendees.”
The two-day event will feature top speakers on, among other topics, climate-smart agriculture, innovative farming techniques, and financing and marketing strategies for farmers. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and network with industry experts and leaders.
Registration to attend the indaba can be done online while exhibitors who wish to connect with the next generation of farmers in South Africa can also register their interest by visiting the official event website. For more information, please visit www.farmingindaba.com or email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
