Greetings farmers
We are halfway through the year, can you believe it?
Food For Mzansi is hosting a series of farmers’ days across the country. The farmers’ days are aimed at equipping farmers with knowledge, skills, and information transfer. It is also an opportunity to bring decision makers and funders closer to rural farming communities.
The next farmers’ day will be in Mpumalanga on 10 June. RSVP here.
Monday 01 June
Bio360 Africa
The event will bring together over 60 exhibitors and more than 1 000 participants from 25 different countries, connecting producers, technology providers, policymakers, and investors from across Africa and internationally.
This is not a first-time initiative but an extension of over 20 years of experience delivering leading bioenergy events globally. As the organiser of Bio360 Europe, a reference event for the bioenergy and bio-economy sector bringing together more than 400 exhibitors and 5 000 participants annually, BEES now introduces this proven platform to the African market.
- When:17 – 18 June 2026
- Where: Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg
For more information, click here.
Tuesday 02 June
EU Market Access Masterclass Webinar
The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA), in partnership with the department of trade, industry and competition (DTIC), and supported by the EU-SADC EPA Support Programme, will be hosting an EU Market Access Masterclass Webinar for Gauteng agricultural exporters.
The online masterclass is aimed at emerging growers, agricultural businesses, and exporters seeking to better understand the requirements and best practices for accessing the European Union (EU) market, particularly for plant-based agricultural products.
The session will provide practical insights into:
- EU market access requirements
- Export regulations and compliance considerations
- Agricultural export opportunities
- Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) considerations
- Best practices relating to plant-based agricultural exports into the EU market
When: Tuesday, 02 June 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:30
Platform: Microsoft Teams Webinar
For more information, click here.
Wednesday 03 June
Livestock Auction
The Bovelder production sale of Hirsaw Livestock will take place on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, from 11:00 on the farm Grootvlei in the Trichardt district, Mpumalanga. On Offer:
- 50 Bulls
- 100 Pregnant cows
- 40 Pregnant heifers
For more information, contact Billy Lyons at 082 785 5498.
Thursday 04 June
Regenerative Futures SA
South Africa stands at a turning point. Across the country, farmers, investors, researchers and communities are asking a bold question: what would it take to rebuild our land, our food systems and our rural economies at the same time?
Convened by Kagiso Trust, Regenerative Futures SA moves beyond discussion into system design, investment alignment and practical implementation. It connects the people already shaping regenerative agriculture in South Africa into a coordinated, investable and scalable ecosystem.
- When: 24 – 25 June
- Where: 39 Melrose Boulevard, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg
For more information, click here.
Friday 05 June
Apple Replant Disease (ARD) Seminar
Harmful soil organisms build up over time, damaging feeder roots and reducing orchard growth, productivity, and long-term sustainability. Join industry experts and researchers on 10 June 2026 (EGVV) and 11 June 2026 (Ceres) for a practical seminar exploring the latest research, management strategies, and solutions for ARD in South African orchards.
For more information, contact lindy@hortgro.co.za.
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