This week’s agricultural events include the Western Cape government’s water roadshow, saving the date for the Food For Mzansi Soil to Soul women’s brunch and climate summit, the Agri SA Atlas event and the Veritas Awards. To include your event on the Food For Mzansi calendar, please email info@foodformzansi.co.za.
Greetings farmers
The Western Cape government’s water roadshow continues, and this time it makes its way to the Cape Winelands. Food For Mzansi has two important not-to-be-missed events coming up, so save the date for Soil to Soul and the climate summit.
The Atlas AgriSA Congress and finally, the popular Veritas Awards will crown the best market-ready wines in the country.
Monday 15 September
Water Roadshow
The Western Cape department of environmental affairs and development planning seeks to create awareness for businesses in the Western Cape to understand the options available to them to become more energy and water-resilient.
As part of the awareness roadshow, open day, in-person, free help desks will be set up in the respective districts of the Western Cape with energy and water sector desk specialists.
Where: Paarl, Cape Winelands
When: 07 October
RSVP for the Green Economy Business Ecosystem Support Roadshow here.
Tuesday 16 September
Soil to Soul
Food For Mzansi will host an event that is meant to celebrate women in the agricultural and corporate space for the role they play in different aspects of life.
When: 12 November
Where: Kleinkaap Boutique Hotel, Centurion
For more information, click here.
Wednesday 17 September
Climate Summit
From relentless droughts and devastating pests to unpredictable weather patterns, climate change is already reshaping farming across the nation – threatening crop yields, livestock health, and the livelihoods of thousands.
Top experts, including government leaders and leading climate scientists, will cut through uncertainty with evidence-based strategies. Attendees will engage with pioneering innovations in drought-resistant crops, water-saving irrigation, and sustainable pest management. Real-world success stories from farmers who have adapted against the odds will inspire practical approaches to scaling climate-smart agriculture.
When: 24 October
Where: University of Johannesburg, Soweto Campus
For more information, click here.
Thursday 18 September
Atlas AgriSA Congress
The Atlas AgriSA Congress 2025 brings together the entire agricultural value chain to address critical challenges and opportunities facing South African farmers. Expect layered insights and stories backed by data, giving you the context to navigate what lies ahead.
When: 15 October
Where: Choose Life Church, Moreleta Park, Pretoria
Friday 19 September
Veritas Awards
As the longest-running and biggest competition in South Africa, the Veritas Awards has earned its reputation as one of South Africa’s most authoritative and credible competitions for market-ready wines and is backed by a stringent judging system.
When: 11 October
Where: Cape Town
For more information, click here.
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