14 June 2023 – WRSA Southern Cape RIG held a Farmer’s Day at Lazarus Game Farms, Albertinia. The day was a huge success. It was attended by approximately 40 ranchers and stakeholders including Lubabalo Mbekeni – Director General of the Department of Agriculture and Land Reform. Some of the attendees were not yet WRSA members but joined on the day!
The Hessequa municipalities talked about land tax as well as how ranchers can build better relations with the Department and stay up to date with new developments. Gerhard Heyneke, WRSA president, spoke about WRSA and what they do for their members. George Smuts elaborated onDokter and how it can keep animals healthy. Nico Lerm spoke about practical farming in the Western Cape as well as the various challenges of Western Cape game farmers.
After the talks and informative speakers, everyone had a great time together at the braai.
WRSA Southern Cape is already looking forward to their next event which is a Workers Training Day on 19 July 2023.