URGENT NOTICE: FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE (FMD) OUTBREAK IN NEWCASTLE
WRSA have received confirmation of two cases of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in Osizweni, Newcastle, with further test results pending from two additional sites. A provisional 20 km control zone has been established, affecting areas near Utrecht, the N11 towards Ballengeich, Dannhauser and Dundee.
Jackal Hunting/ Night Shooting by Dedicated Hunters
The below letters were received by Agri-EC regarding the permit application process following queries on dedicated hunters for the night shooting of problem animals and/or Jackal Hunting for call-and-shoot with DEDEAT concerning certain scenarios.
AFRICAN ARMYWORM OUTBREAK
An outbreak of African armyworm (Spodoptera exempta) has been reported in Limpopo and surrounding areas, including Groblersdal, Carolina, Badplaas, Pretoria North, and Bronkhorstspruit.
Compliance and Permitting Challenges
WRSA remains committed to ensuring that our members receive the necessary support when navigating the permitting process.
URGENT NOTICE : NEW LEGISLATION AFFECTING WILDLIFE RANCHERS
Two significant legislative changes have recently been enacted that may have far-reaching implications for wildlife ranchers and the broader agricultural sector.
URGENT NOTICE : COMMENT ON THE DRAFT NATIONAL ELEPHANT HERITAGE STRATEGY
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) has released the Draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy (2024-2034) for public consultation.
CONTINUED ADMINISTRATIVE FAILURES PLAGUE DEPARTMENT
WRSA TAKES LEGAL ACTION AGAINST MINISTER OVER THE CONTINUED ADMINISTRATIVE FAILURE TO SET ANNUAL QUOTAS FOR AFRICAN ELEPHANT, BLACK RHINOCEROS, AND LEOPARD
CO-DEVELOPING SUSTAINABILITY STANDARDS FOR THE WILDLIFE ECONOMY CERTIFICATION SCHEME
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WRSA APPEALS THE EASTERN CAPE WINDFARM ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION
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THE CONSERVATION PARADOX OF RHINO TROPHY HUNTING
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