Hello Mzansi!
Food For Mzansi, together with Overberg Suid-Kaap, will have a farmworkers’ day 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 27 July
RPO Conference
Producers, industry leaders and agricultural professionals will gather at The Capital Menlyn Maine in Pretoria on Thursday, 13 August for the 2026 RPO Conference under the theme “Be future proof”. The programme will focus on future-ready grazing systems, production principles and changing market dynamics, with producers sharing practical lessons and insights to help strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of South African livestock farming.
For more information, click here.
Tuesday 28 July
Livestock Auction
The Blouberg, Sanleo & Lila Simbra’s auction will take place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026, from 11:00 at the auction grounds in Warden.
On offer:
- 30 Top Simbra bulls
- 70 Top female cows (in/with calf)
Note: All animals are vaccinated against foot-and-mouth-disease. Animals CA and Trich free. Animals inoculated against all prevalent diseases. Bulls have been tested for fertility; certificates will be available. Transport and insurance are available. Catalogue information will be available on the day of sale. Auction will take place according to the Simbra Cattle Breeders Society rules.
For more information, contact Bennie van der Merwe at 082 414 4228/ Francois Duminy at 082 528 1899.
Wednesday 29 July
Poultry Production Course
The poultry industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in agriculture, offering exciting opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable food production.
Whether you want to start your own poultry enterprise, improve your farming practices, or build valuable agricultural skills, Agri Skills Transfer’s three-day poultry production short course provides practical, hands-on training designed for real-world success.
What you’ll learn: Poultry breeds and production systems, broiler and layer management, housing and environmental requirements, feeding and nutrition programmes, health management and biosecurity, disease prevention and vaccination principles, and daily flock management and production best practices
- When: 29–31 July 2026
- Where: Agri Skills Transfer
For more information, contact 012 002 3723.
Thursday 30 July
Sip, Snack and Yoga on the Farm
Embo Farmstead in Meyerton, Gauteng, will host a morning of yoga, wine and farm-style hospitality on Saturday, 8 August, offering visitors a chance to relax in a countryside setting. The Sip, Snack & Yoga experience includes a gentle yoga session, a welcome drink and locally inspired snacks, showcasing how farms are increasingly diversifying into wellness and agritourism experiences.
For more information or to book, call 072 804 8615.
Friday 31 July
Stellenbosch Wine Festival
South Africa’s oldest wine festival returns to the historic Stellenbosch Town Hall on Friday, 31 July and Saturday, 1 August, bringing together more than 60 wine producers and over 200 wines under one roof. The all-inclusive festival forms the centrepiece of the Stellenbosch Wine Routes’ 55th anniversary celebrations, offering visitors the chance to explore the country’s premier wine region through tastings, food and conversations with winemakers.
For more information, click here.
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