This week’s events include a Farming God’s Way training session, a livestock sale, a Food For Mzansi Gather to Grow session on Instagram Live, and two Agricultural Workers Days. To include your event in the calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Sanbonani Mzansi!
This week, we’ll start off in KwaZulu-Natal for a Farming God’s Way training session, followed by a livestock sale in the same province on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, we have our Food For Mzansi Gather to Grow session on Instagram Live. This is followed by an Agricultural Workers Day on Thursday in the Western Cape, and one on Friday, also in the Western Cape.
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Monday, 6 May
Farming God’s Way training
The training costs R400 per person which includes a field guide, veggie guide, daily tea, and lunch. Payment can be made by EFT or Zapper. It is important to include your name on your proof of payment.
Booking is on a first-come-first-served basis. Space is limited. The farm is accessible by public transit via Bothas Hill. You will need to wear work clothes. Please bring food for sharing at tea, such as bread, rolls, biscuits or fruit.
Venue: Inundo Development Farm in Assagay, Hillcrest
Time: 8:30 – 3:30
For more information, contact Whatsapp number 063-742-5575 or office@inundo.org.
Tuesday, 7 May
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
Venue: Mtonjaneni auction complex, KZN
Click here for more information.
Wednesday, 8 May
Join #GatherToGrow on Instagram Live
Are you an aspiring farmer looking for more information on how to get into the agricultural sector? Do you have a smartphone and an Instagram account? Join us every Wednesday at 18:00 for Food For Mzansi’s #GatherToGrow.
Follow @foodformzansi and tune in on Wednesday at 18:00.
Thursday, 9 May
Food For Mzansi Agricultural Workers Day
Dedicated to recognising the unwavering efforts of those who play a vital role in the agricultural sector this day serves as a platform to honour farmworkers’ hard work, commitment, and indispensable contributions.
Targeted to 1 000 attended, the day will be filled with educational conversations and discussions, networking, and entertainment.
Venue: Laastedrif Boerdery, Ceres, WC
Time: 09:00
Contact 021 879 1824 for more information.
Friday, 10 May
Food For Mzansi Agricultural Workers Day
On this special Agricultural Workers Day, we come together to pay tribute to the steadfast dedication of those who form the backbone of our agricultural community. It’s a day to celebrate the hard work, unwavering commitment, and invaluable contributions of farmworkers.
With an anticipated attendance of 1 000 individuals, the day promises enlightening conversations, networking opportunities, and enjoyable entertainment. It’s a chance for us to honor our agricultural workforce and foster connections that strengthen our farming community.
Time: 9:00
Venue: Robertson, WC
For more information contact 021 879 1824.
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