Sanibonani farmers
Food For Mzansi will host 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 Bela Bela, Limpopo, on 20 May, and in Cullinan, Gauteng, on 22 May. Mpumalanga will follow on 10 June.
Monday 18 May
Agri Skills Transfer Short Course
Ready to level up your farming knowledge and practical skills? Join Agri Skills Transfer this May for hands-on agricultural training designed for the next generation of successful farmers!
- Beef cattle production: 18–22 May 2026
- Goat production: 27–29 May 2026
What to expect: Practical training, industry knowledge, experienced facilitators and real farming skills
FARMER POLL
📢 Which bank is powering your farming journey?
Tell us which bank you use so we can better advocate for the specialised financial tools and accessible capital needed to help South African farmers overcome growth barriers and thrive!
All submissions are kept strictly confidential.
Where: Agri Skills Transfer – Cullinan
For more information, contact 012 002 3723/ admin@agriskills.net.
Tuesday 19 May
Bio360 event
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 the extension of over 20 years of experience in 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.
Wednesday 20 May
Royal Agri Show
A premier showcase of South African agriculture, the Royal Agricultural Show features livestock exhibitions, crop displays, farm machinery, and live demonstrations. Farmers, agribusinesses, and the public can explore innovations, attend educational workshops, and celebrate the country’s farming heritage. Networking opportunities connect producers, suppliers, and policymakers across the agricultural sector.
- Where: Howick, KwaZulu-Natal
- When: 08 – 11 October
For more information, click here.
Thursday 21 May
South Africa Wine Summit
In a fast-changing global marketplace, context influences every decision in the wine industry from vineyard to marketplace. Economic shifts, climate realities, consumer trends, and cultural narratives all influence how South African wine is grown, marketed, and enjoyed. By understanding and interpreting this broader perspective, the wine industry can align its strategy with opportunities, ensuring wines remain relevant, resilient, and resonant on the global stage.
Join the summit:
- When: 28 May 2026
- Where: Stellenbosch University Conservatory
For more information, click here.
Friday 22 May
Livestock Auction
The Willowmore Livestock Auction will take place from 11:00 on 22 May at the Willowmore auction premises, Eastern Cape.
For more information, contact Jan Erasmus (manager coastal region) at 082 924 6096/ Renier Zietsman (auctioneer) at 082 491 5182.
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