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This week’s agri events: 29 June – 03 July

Agricultural events to look forward to include a plant production course from Agri Skills Transfer, and save the date for the Royal Agricultural Show, Agri Eastern Cape Congress, and the Commonwealth Agriculture Conference

by Tiisetso Manoko
29th June 2026
Agri Skills Transfer will be running a plant production course this week. Photo: Pexels

Agri Skills Transfer will be running a plant production course this week. Photo: Pexels

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Greeting farmers

A new month beckons, and with that, we enter the last six months of the year.

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’ day will take place on 22 September in Bredasdorp Park, and on 23 September in Rondebloem.


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Monday 29 June

Plant Production Course

Grow your future in farming with hands-on training that makes a real difference. Agri Skills Transfer invites you to their plant production short course on 8 – 10 July 2026, designed for anyone ready to build practical skills in modern agriculture and improve their farming knowledge with confidence.

Whether you’re just starting or looking to sharpen your production skills, this course offers focused, practical learning you can apply immediately in the field.

For more information, contact 012 002 3723/ admin@agriskills.net.

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Tuesday 30 June

Royal Agri Show

A premier showcase of South African agriculture, the Royal Agricultural Show features livestock exhibitions, crop displays, farm machinery, and live demonstrations. Farmers, agribusinesses, and the public can explore innovations, attend educational workshops, and celebrate the country’s farming heritage. Networking opportunities connect producers, suppliers, and policymakers across the agricultural sector.

  • Where: Howick, KwaZulu-Natal
  • When: 08 – 11 October

For more information, click here.

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Wednesday 01 July

Agri Eastern Cape Congress

Agri EC hosts an Annual Congress, which is the principal event on its calendar. This two-day congress typically takes place in early August each year, historically around 6 – 7 August, and brings together leaders of organised agriculture, delegates from affiliated agricultural associations, corporate members, and speakers from farming, agribusiness, finance, and related sectors.

For more information, click here.

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Thursday 02 July

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.

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Friday 03 July

Livestock Auction

The Nationale Merino Auction will take place on Friday, 10 July 2026, from 11:00 at the Graaff Reinet Botanical Sports Complex.

Secure the very best in Merino genetics from these trusted Merino stud breeders.

On offer: 46 Merino rams

For more information, contact Christiaan Marincowitz (BKB) at 082 826 0668.

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Tiisetso Manoko

Tiisetso Manoko is a seasoned journalist with vast experience in community media. He possesses diploma in media studies majoring in journalism, certificate in civic leadership. He loves news from all angles with particular interest in local government, agriculture and politics. He is a staunch Mamelodi Sundowns Football club supporter.

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