Greetings Farmers
Food For Mzansi, together with Overberg Suid-Kaap, will host farmworkers’ days to equip workers with knowledge and skills to better themselves in their line of duty. The farmworkers’ days will take place on 22 September at Bredasdorp Park, and on 23 September at Roodebloem.
Monday 07 September
South African Future of Food Conference
The South African Future of Food Conference, hosted by Food For Mzansi, is the country’s first-ever high-level, one-day gathering bringing together the full spectrum of the agriculture and food economy – from farm gate to boardroom, research lab to retail shelf.
This is where the future is being mapped. Keynote addresses from sector leaders and panel discussions shaping national food policy and innovation.
- When: 30 September
- Where: The Centurion Hotel
For more information, click here.
Tuesday 08 September
Feedlot Skill Course
Want to understand what it takes to run a successful feedlot? This is your chance to learn it, experience it and put it into practice!
Agri Skills Transfer’s feedlot short course is designed for anyone wanting practical knowledge and stronger skills in modern feedlot management. From animal handling and nutrition to management and production, level up your skills and take your farming future seriously.
- When: 7–11 September
- Where: Agri Skills Transfer
For more information, contact 012 002 3723.
Wednesday 09 – 11 September
Food For Mzansi Lunch Hour Conversations
Food For Mzansi and Land Bank’s popular lunchtime conversations are back at Nampo Cape, with a new central venue and an exciting line-up of agricultural leaders, experts and decision-makers. Whether you’re a commercial farmer, new-era farmer, agribusiness professional or simply a supporter of South African agriculture, you’re invited to join the conversation.
- When: 13:00 – 14:00 daily
- Where: Food For Mzansi venue in the Santam Auditorium, Bredasdorp Park
On the programme:
- Wednesday: Finance meets farming: Land Bank’s role in growing SA
- Thursday: Growing the Western Cape: Finance, wine and winter crops
- Friday: Protecting what matters: Assets and livestock for sustainable farming (12:30 – 14:00)
PLUS: A special fireside chat featuring Land Bank CEO Jabu Mphambo and agriculture minister Willie Aucamp.
RSVP now to secure your seat. Walk-ins on the day are welcome.
Thursday 10 September
Western Cape Food For Mzansi Farmers’ Day
Western Cape farmers, you’ve been asking us for this for a while, and it’s finally happening! Food For Mzansi’s next provincial farmers’ day is coming to the Western Cape.
Join us on Friday, 30 October at Pine Haven Farms in Stellenbosch, where we’ll be hosted by farmer Sydney Claassen for a day packed with practical insights, industry connections, demonstrations and opportunities to discover what’s new in agriculture.
For more information: email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Friday 11 September
Livestock Auction
The 10th production sale of Bosiu Borane will take place on Saturday, 19 September 2026, from 11:00 on Klein Thaba Bosigo (between Fouriesburg and Clarens, Free State). Auction on terrain and on Meerkat!
On offer:
- 20 SP bulls
- 45 SP females
For more information, contact Johna Boshoff at 082 490 7481.
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