Dumelang 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 31 August
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 01 September
Agri Skills Transfer Mega Open Days
Want to see what makes Agri Skills Transfer different? Come experience it for yourself. Their Mega Open Days are your chance to discover our programmes, meet the team, explore the learning environment, ask questions and see why they believe agricultural education should be more than textbooks and theory. Join the open days on the following days:
- 19 September 2026
- 10 October 2026
- 14 November 2026
Booking is essential; limited places available!
For more information: 012 002 3723/ admin@agriskills.net.
Wednesday 02 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.
Thursday 03 September
Commonwealth Agriculture Conference
Save the date for the 31st Commonwealth Agricultural Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, with Agri-Expo from 1 – 5 November 2026. Agricultural leaders, innovators and changemakers from across the Commonwealth will come together to shape the future of sustainable agriculture.
Don’t miss their Pre-Conference Tour (29 – 31 October 2026); it’s an exclusive opportunity to experience South Africa’s agricultural excellence first-hand before the main conference begins.
Be part of the conversations that matter, connect with global peers and experience an inspiring programme in one of the world’s most iconic destinations.
For more information, click here.
Friday 04 September
Livestock Auction
The National Dormer Auction will take place on 5 September 2026 from 11:00 at Geelklip, Middelwater.
On offer:
- 50 Dormer rams
- 100 Dormer ewes
For more information: Dieter Schutte (BKB) 079 500 7525.
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