This week’s agricultural events include saving the date for two important events for Food For Mzansi, a planting season workshop, a livestock auction, and a potato production course. To include your event on the Food For Mzansi calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Dumelang Mzansi!
We start our week by saving the date for the Food For Mzansi’s Climate Change summit event, and the broiler production training session. The African Farmers Association of South Africa (Afasa) in the Free State will continue their planting season workshops.
Next is a livestock auction and we conclude the week with a potato course from Stellenbosch University for those who want to get into the industry.
Monday 07 October
Food For Mzansi Climate Change Summit
Save the date for the Emergency Summit on Climate Change and Agriculture where innovation meets action. Discover cutting-edge technologies, and learn how to build a resilient agricultural sector.
During the summit, insightful presentations on climate-smart agriculture will be presented and there will be engaging panels with policymakers and financial leaders. There are opportunities to explore investment in sustainable farming.
Where: Golden Pipit in Centurion
When: 18 October
Cost: R150
For more information click here.
Tuesday 08 October
Food For Mzansi Broiler Production Training
Crack into the world of poultry farming with Food For Mzansi. Dive into a day packed with practical knowledge and hands-on experience.
Delegates will receive comprehensive training, course materials, and a delicious lunch. This is your chance to boost your skills, whether you’re new to farming or looking to refine your techniques. Don’t miss out.
When: 16 October
Where: Golden Pipit in Centurion
Cost: R999
For more information click here.
Wednesday 09 October
Afasa Farmers’ Day
The African Farmers Association in South Africa in the Free State has embarked on a series of farmers’ days on several topics. On this day, the topic will be “planting and season readiness”, with advice for farmers immersed with information from experts.
Where: Middlespruit Farm, Kroonstad
For more information, contact Realeboha Mokheti at 079 999 3352/Pontsho Mogotlane at 076 874 8288.
Thursday 10 October
Karoo Oche auction
There will be a livestock auction for the Karoo Oche which will allow farmers to choose from a range of livestock available.
Where: Mareetsane, North West
For more information, contact Tolamo Lobelo at 073 604 7991.
Friday 11 October
Potato Production Course
Introduction to potato production practices short courses designed to provide practical insights into the production of one of the world’s most important crops.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and skills in potato production.
When: 10 – 11 October 2024
Where: Stellenbosch University
Cost: R5000 per person
For more information click here.
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