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Support for small-scale farmers must translate into greater market access

Yesterday, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture Dr Ivan Meyer handed a support package to the Barrydale Small-Scale Farmers Association in Barrydale. The support package includes the following: Tractor for the planting, sowing and harvesting of lucerne. Hammer mill to assist farmers in making their animal feed. Extension and Advisory services to enable farmers in the […]

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South Africa bleeding Veterinarians

According to a recent South African Veterinary Association report, over 50% of South Africa’s young veterinarians want to leave. Economic and safety concerns have been advanced as one reason for their decision to emigrate. The Western Cape Department of Agriculture provides veterinary services (public health, export control and analytical services) and support to industries and

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Emerging Farmers and Agri Worker inspire hope

Four fruit farmers, Andreas Klaase, Belinda Williams, Debrah Theunissen, Liza Ambraal and the Western Cape Prestige Agri-Award winner, Nigel Klaasen, have just returned from a market access capacity building tour to the Netherlands and attending Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Germany. Fruit Logistica is an international trade fair that covers all sectors of the fresh produce

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