A series of agricultural events is scheduled for the period from October 5th to 9th, including various exhibitions, auctions, and farmers' days.
Food For Mzansi is organizing the Western Cape Farmers' Day, which will take place on Friday, October 30th, at Pine Haven Farms in Stellenbosch. Farmer Sydney Klassen will host participants, offering practical knowledge, industry networking opportunities, and showcasing agricultural innovations. Additional information can be requested at info@foodformzansi.co.za.
On Monday, October 5th, the South African Agricultural Awards are scheduled. These awards will take place on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Convention Centre in Sandton, Johannesburg. It is expected to be a celebratory evening dedicated to achievements in agriculture, with up to 3000 guests. Tickets can be purchased via Quicket.
On Tuesday, October 6th, the Lingsburg Cattle Auction will take place, scheduled for October 30, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM at the Lingsburg Sports Complex, Western Cape. For details, please contact Corne de Vos (BKB) at 084 556 1733.
Wednesday, October 7th, marks the Veritas Awards. These awards have long served as the benchmark for the quality of South African wines and brandies. The ceremony, dubbed the 'Oscars' of the wine industry, will be held on October 10, 2026, at the CTICC in Cape Town. National wine and brandy tastings will be presented to the public and the wine trade in collaboration with Veritas's long-term financial partner, Deloitte.
On Thursday, October 8th, the Royal Show will take place at the Royal Agricultural Society on the new exhibition grounds in Tygerberg, near Hoedspruit in the Central Districts of KwaZulu-Natal. The event will be held in the FNB Lounge under the slogan 'Farming Together: Collaboration that Builds Commercial Farmers.' The program includes presentations by farmers, agripreneurs, and FNB representatives, focusing on the issue of cooperation to strengthen business. The discussion is scheduled from 11:45 AM to 2:00 PM and focuses on the practical application of collaboration between established and emerging commercial farmers. Attendance is free, and visitors who come on the day of the event are welcome.
On Friday, October 9th, Saamtrek Saamwerk will host a farmers' celebration themed 'Celebrating Our Farmers, Securing Our Future.' The goal of the event is to acknowledge the positive work of farmers and express gratitude to those who continue to provide food to communities. The event will take place at Dikweipi 2 Tribal Office, Bojanala District, North West, at 10:00 AM.