This week’s events include one livestock auction, a farmers market, and the 2024 Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba. To include your event on the calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Hey Mzansi, welcome to indaba week!
We’ll start with a reminder for you to save the date for day 3 of the indaba where attendees will witness a media roundtable regarding food security and climate change in Africa.
On Tuesday, there is a livestock auction in KwaZulu-Natal, and get ready for the Diemersfontein country market in the Western Cape.
The Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba is back, and the 2024 edition is bigger, bolder and better than ever before. Join us in Pretoria North from Thursday, 4 to Saturday, 6 April for Africa’s most prominent gathering of young farmers and agripreneurs.
Presented by Food For Mzansi, this three-day event promises an exhilarating line-up of South Africa’s foremost young agricultural minds, with no less than 50 agriculture-related exhibitions and six masterclasses.
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Monday, 01 April
Save the date for the Media Roundtable on agriculture, food security, and climate change in Africa
This roundtable brings together top-tier agriculture journalists from South Africa, Nigeria, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. This gathering will foster insightful discussions and collaborative efforts as we navigate the critical intersections of agriculture, food security, and climate change on the African continent. We will discuss challenges, share success stories, and explore the pivotal role that media plays in shaping narratives and driving change.
Time: 08:00 – 13:00
Click here for more information.
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Tuesday, 02 April
Mtonjaneni Livestock Sale
All types of livestock welcome!
Conditions of sale:
- Only card, cash, or immediate electronic payments day of sale
- 1% Handling fee on cash/card payments.
- Electronic transfer facilities.
- Fica documentation with registration process. All goods will be sold at a reserve price and the right exists to bid by or on behalf of the owner or auctioneer.
Time: 11:00 – 17:00
Venue: Mtonjaneni auction complex, KZN
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Wednesday, 03 April
Save the date for the Diemersfontein Country Market
Join the Diemersfontein Country Market; a brand new institution at their Wellington wine farm, scheduled to take place on the first Sunday of every month.
Come early and enjoy a hearty breakfast at Hope restaurant, before browsing around the great selection of stalls to the beat of the live music. You can sit back and enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of Diemersfontein wine and some fabulous eats, while the kiddies entertainment keep the youngsters occupied.
Date: 3 March 2024
Time: 09:00 – 12:00
Venue: Diemersfontein Farm, Western Cape
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Thursday, 04 April
Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba Day 1
Prepare to dive deep into the hot topics shaping the agricultural landscape. Discover the latest trends, exchange ground-breaking ideas, and foster invaluable connections while networking with industry leaders. Engage with cutting-edge innovations, sample new products, and explore opportunities to invest in the future of agriculture.
At the 2024 Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba, seize the chance to elevate your agricultural journey, whether you’re a seasoned farmer, an aspiring agripreneur, or a curious enthusiast. Mark your calendar for an event that’s not just about farming, it’s about shaping the future of farming in South Africa and beyond.
Time: 09:00
Venue: Pretoria North
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Friday, 05 April
Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba Day 2
With conversations ranging from Navigating agricultural transformation in Mzansi to Embracing diversity for a thriving future in agriculture, Navigating farmers’ rights and responsibilities in crop protection, Regenerative farming for a carbon-neutral future, talks with Women in agriculture and much, much more, day two is nothing short of excitement and fun!
Time: 09:00
Veneu: Pretoria North
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