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2009
Young Professionals Programme now open for applications
The objective of the Programme for Young Professional Persons (YPP) is the empowerment of individuals from previously disadvantaged communities through the gaining of experience and formal academic training. Click here for more information on the programme and how to apply for 2010.2009-08-12
Essay competition winners announced
The Department of Agriculture hosted an essay competition where entrants had to motivate why agriculture is important and how they propose to make a difference in the sector. The two winners were Michael Balele and Ayabonga Kalipa. Read more.2009-07-29
Prickly pear information day
Due to a need for an alternative crop in the dryer areas of the Western Cape an information day on prickly pear production will be held in George on 30 July. Prickly pear as a fruit crop as well as feed for livestock will be discussed. Practical aspects regarding production will be addressed. For more information contact Dr Jacques van Zyl.2009/07/27
Agribusiness and climate change conference
An agribusiness and climate change conference will be held at the Erinvale Hotel, Somerset West from 17-18 June 2009. This conference is held with the Department of Agriculture: Western Cape, the SA Agri Academy, the British Consulate General in Cape Town and UK Trade and Invest as partners. Full particulars and registration details available here. Well-known speakers from South Africa and the UK will feature on the programme.2009/07/29
