This week’s agricultural events include an open day at Rabbitry Academy, a grass identification course, a livestock auction, saving the date for the annual Sernick Group Farmers’ Day, and the Food For Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba 2025. To include your event on the Food For Mzansi calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Greetings farmers
Just like that, the first month of 2025 is nearing an end. On this week’s calendar, there is an open day at the Rabbitry Academy in Gauteng for those interested in learning more about rabbits, a grass identification course, and a sheep auction.
To remind yourself not to miss out, save the date for the annual Sernick Group Farmers’ Day in February which will be jam-packed with information for farmers. Lastly, you can book now for the big and popular Food For Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba in April! Get your early bird tickets now!
Monday 27 January
Rabbitry Academy
An open day at Rabbitry Academy is set to educate attendees on how a rabbit is taken care of, the spin-offs of taking good care of a rabbit, the health risks, and how to navigate those risks.
When: 03 February
Where: 42nd Road, Putfontein Cloverden, Benoni
For more information contact 081 581 4199.
Tuesday 28 January
Grass Identification Course
The three-day course is designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge of grass species, mainly farmers. Attendees will learn how to identify new grasses and understand their ecological significance. The course focuses primarily on practicals, and hands-on training, with ample repetition to help reinforce learning.
When: 4 – 6 February
Where: ALUT training farm, Modimolle, Limpopo.
Cost: R3 600
For more information contact Frits van Oudtshoorn at 078 228 0008.
Wednesday 29 January
Kinko Dormers Auction
The Kinko Dormers auction will take place on 30 January 2025 from 11:00 at Kinko in Swellendam, Western Cape.
On offer:
- 80 Dormer ewes (SP & Flocks)
- 80 Dormer rams (SP & Flocks)
For more information, contact Pieter Schutte at 082 469 5986 or Len Bornman (auctioneer) at 082 551 6839.
Thursday 30 January
Sernick Farmers’ Day
The annual Sernick Group Farmers’ Day for new-era farmers will focus on topics like the importance of drawing up a will, beef production, seasonal weather outlook, the state of agriculture in the country, and how to control diseases affecting livestock.
Where: Edenville, Free State
When: 07 February
For more information click here.
Friday 31 January
Food For Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba 2025
Save the date because the biggest Food For Mzansi event is coming back again in April and this time around it is bigger and better.
Big brands, bigger opportunities: The indaba is the go-to platform for brands to flex their support for the next generation of farmers. In 2024, we saw massive investments and partnerships come to life – 2025 is set to open even more doors for funding, collaborations, and real business growth.
When: 1 – 2 April 2025
Where: Pretoria
GET YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKET HERE!
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