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This week’s agri events: 24 – 28 June

by Sinenhlanhla Mncwango
24th June 2024
In Mzansi, more than 600 native plants are potentially dangerous. Farmers may protect their animals and guarantee a healthy herd by being aware of the threats and acting pro-actively.Photo:Supplied/Food For Mzansi

In Mzansi, more than 600 native plants are potentially dangerous. Farmers may protect their animals and guarantee a healthy herd by being aware of the threats and acting pro-actively.Photo:Supplied/Food For Mzansi

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This week’s events include one livestock auction, the International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science, the Food For Mzansi Gather to Grow Instagram Live session, the House and Garden Conference, and the Afasa Youth Northern Cape Farmers Day. To include your event in the calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.


Molo Mzansi!
We close off June with a livestock auction in Nelspruit on Monday.

On Tuesday, the International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science 2024 takes place in Kempton Park, Johannesburg, followed by our usual date on Instagram Live for the Food For Mzansi Gather to Grow session on Wednesday.

On Thursday, you can save the date for the House and Garden Show taking place on Saturday in Durban, followed by the Afasa Youth Northern Cape Farmers Day on Friday.

To find exclusive opportunities in the agri sector, subscribe to our weekly Farmer’s Inside Track newsletter.


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Monday, 24 June

Badplaas Livestock Sale

All types of livestock welcome!

Conditions of sale:

  • Only card, cash, or immediate electronic payments day of the sale
  • 1% Handling fee on cash/card payments.
  • Electronic transfer facilities.
  • Fica documentation with the 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: Badplaas Auction Complex

Click here for more information.

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Tuesday, 25 June

International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science 2024

The ISER – International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science (ICABS) is a prestigious event that aims to provide a platform for academics, researchers, engineers, industry participants, and students worldwide to share their research findings with global experts.

Time: 09:00

Venue: Emperors Palace, The Palace Of Dreams, Kempton Park

Click here for more information.

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Wednesday, 26 June

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.

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Thursday, 27 June

Save the date for the House & Garden Show 2024

The House & Garden Show exhibits gardening magazines, plants, kitchen sets, laminates, appliances, and more for the architecture and designing, hand, machine and garden tools industries. Industry professionals and stakeholders gather to enhance the event and industry growth.

Time: 09:00

Date: 29 June 2024

Venue: Durban Exhibition Centre, KwaZulu-Natal

Click here for more information.

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Friday, 28 June

Afasa Youth Northern Cape Farmers Day 2024

Don’t miss out on a fun-filled and inspiring day in the sun where attendees can enjoy exhibitions, panel discussions, and networking with industry heads.

It’ll be all about exploring opportunities in agriculture and developing youth in shaping food systems.

Time: 09:00

Venu: Magawagwe Village, Northern Cape


For more information contact Matshidiso Mooketsi on 0823561711

ALSO READ: InteliGro MD steps down, embraces new role within WUSA

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Sinenhlanhla Mncwango

Sinenhlanhla Mncwango is from a small town in KZN. She is a Journalism Honours graduate from the University of Johannesburg and has experience in online news, sports journalism and radio. She enjoys a good game of cricket and hockey and is interested in learning different languages.

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