This week’s agricultural events include a livestock sale and a farming equipment and implements sale, a livestock auction, an agricultural show, a farmer’s golf day and a webinar on climate resilient supply chains. To include your event in the calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
This week South Africa offers a range of agricultural events for farmers. On Monday, BKB is hosting a livestock sale in Badplaas, while Tuesday offers farmers an opportunity to get their hands on second-hand farming equipment and implements.
On Wednesday, all roads lead to the Swellendam Agricultural Show, while Thursday has a climate resilient supply chain webinar in store.
Friday ends the week in a fun way with a farmer’s golf day offering you a chance to test your golf skills and win a John Deere S100 lawn tractor.
Monday, 26 February
Livestock auction
Do you have livestock to sell or want to grow your herd? You are invited to the Badplaas livestock sale from 11:00 at the Badplaas auction complex. All types of livestock are welcome.
Enquiries:
- Themba Shongwe 076 557 9346
- Moolman Mentz 083 229 2500
- Auctioneer: Henk Moller 082 086 0242
BKB North, ERMELO: 017 811 2027
Tuesday, 27 February
Farm Equipment and Implements On Sale
Argyle Farming is having a sale on agricultural vehicles, implements, equipment and a number of everyday farming items. The sale will take place on Tuesday, 27 February 2024 at 11:00 on Argyle Farm, Quanti.
Some of the vehicles on offer:
- 2005 Toyota Hilux DE + Stockman rails (241,000Km)
- 2013 John Deere 5503 4×4 Tractor (2193 Hours) in excellent condition
- 1987 Tractor trailer (4.1m x 2m)
Some of the implements on offer:
- MOFL18 offset disc
- 5t Ripper plough
- 3 Furrow Moldboard plough
Some of the equipment on offer:
- Hydraulic wool press
- Staalmeester 6116 IRS Hammermil
- Falcon F40/150 Slasher
Contact Enquiries:
- Ant Mundell 082 321 2311
- Gary Cawthorn 082 321 0664
- JP Marais (Auctioneer) 060 551 6537
Wednesday, 28 February
Swellendam Agricultural Show
The most festive agricultural show in the Western Cape is turning 192 years old!
The Swellendam Agricultural show will have animals on display and you are invited to go and enjoy an unforgettable festive atmosphere. Delicious food, interesting stalls, lively entertainment, a merry-go-round, and much more!
Thursday, 29 February
Climate-resilient Supply Chain Webinar
To address the adverse effects of climate change on global supply chains, there is a pressing need for enterprises to build sustainable and climate-resilient supply chains and infrastructure.
Join this webinar on “Building Climate-resilient Supply Chains in Adaptation Businesses” and discover innovative approaches to mitigate disruptions, safeguard your business, and ensure the uninterrupted flow of goods and services to market.
From harnessing technology to implementing sustainable practices, learn how adaptation businesses are not just surviving, but thriving in the era of climate change. Register now to be part of this online event!
Friday, 01 March
Farmer’s Golf Day
Test your golf skills at the Meets Farmers’ Association’s golf day in partnership with Afgri.
You stand a chance of winning a John Deere S100 lawn tractor
Click here for more information.
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