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From Concept to Reality: The Blended Finance Scheme’s Role in Shaping South Africa’s Agricultural Future
South Africa’s agricultural landscape is experiencing a pivotal moment as key institutions collaborate to address historical disparities and foster growth among emerging black farmers. Recently, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD), the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), and the Land Bank presented their progress on the Blended Finance Scheme (BFS) before the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development. This initiative is designed to accelerate transformation within the sector, aiming to shift the balance in an industry currently dominated by white commercial farmers. READ MORE
A Deep Dive into the Challenges Faced by the South African Agricultural Sector in Q2 of 2024
After a promising start to 2024, South Africa's agricultural sector hit a rough patch in the second quarter. Following an impressive 13.5% quarter-on-quarter expansion in the first quarter, the sector's gross value added (GVA) took a sharp downturn, contracting by 2.1% in the subsequent months. This decline, while concerning, was not entirely unexpected given the confluence of adverse factors that have beset the industry. READ MORE
Calling All Innovators: Pitch Your Green Project at Africa’s Summit!
The Africa's Green Economy Summit has relaunched their Investment Project Pitch Programme, this is a chance to showcase green economy ventures. Following the success of the 2024 edition with 32 projects and 100+ investors, they committed to supporting sustainable growth across the continent. READ MORE
BUSINESS CIRCULAR INNOVATON CHALLENGE
Calling for innovative solutions to address waste challenges in Southern Africa through circular principles. READ MORE
Youth Zero-Waste Projects 2024: Call for Applications
The UMI Fund is seeking young climate leaders and youth-led organizations to apply for the Youth Zero-Waste grant, which supports innovative zero-waste projects that embed environmental justice principles. Applicants aged 18-34 with clear, strategic project ideas to implement between December 2024 and August 2025 are encouraged to apply. Grants of up to £7,000 GBP are available for projects that demonstrate strong potential for impact, scalability, and commitment to climate justice. Applications are due by September 29, 2024. READ MORE
Bursary applications for the 2025 Academic Year is now open!
The Provincial Treasury is dedicated to youth development by supporting students who may not have the financial means to pursue higher education. Since 2008, many young people have been able to graduate and embark on successful careers in their chosen fields. READ MORE
APPLY NOW FOR A MASTERS OR DOCTORS DEGREE BURSARY FOR THE 2025/2026 FINANCIAL YEAR
Funds are made available on an annual basis by the Protein Research Foundation (PRF) for bursaries to assist deserving candidates to obtain a master’s or doctoral degree. The objective in awarding a master’s bursary is to train students to become competent researchers, whilst a doctoral bursary is awarded only to students who have demonstrated their ability as researchers and who will be working on a research project (see guidelines) regarded as being of high priority by the PRF.
The objective of the PRF Postgraduate Research Scholarships is to provide deserving students with the opportunity to obtain a Masters degree, that will enable them to make a contribution to high quality scientific research in the supply or utilisation of protein in animal nutrition, or both. The study should be of a high quality and should result in a high level of research competence. It is hoped that, once qualified, these students will contribute to the realisation of the vision and mission of the PRF.
To qualify for a bursary, students must conduct an approved research project under the guidance of a recognised promotor at a recognised university. The project must be a major component of the requirements for the post graduate qualification.
In the case of a master’s degree the bursary will be paid for a maximum of two years, and for three years, for a doctoral degree. However, successful candidates must not assume that the bursary will be awarded in successive years: the award for subsequent years will only be considered if proof of progress by the supervisor and proof of re-registration at the university accompanies the application and reaches the PRF by 30 September 2024.
Universities please note:
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Export Advancement Programme - Export Training
About Wesgro’s Export Advancement Programme:
The Export Advancement Programme is a vocational training tool in international trade designed to build export competence within companies globally. This programme provides the expertise; knowledge and network needed to help businesses grow internationally and offers a blend of company practice, export coaching in local seminars in standardised training modules.
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APPLY NOW FOR A MASTERS OR DOCTORS DEGREE BURSARY FOR THE 2025/2026 FINANCIAL YEAR
Funds are made available on an annual basis by the Oil and Protein Seeds Development Trust (OPDT) for bursaries to assist deserving candidates to obtain a master’s or doctoral degree. The objective in awarding a master’s bursary is to train students to become competent researchers, whilst a doctoral bursary is awarded only to students who have demonstrated their ability as researchers and who will be working on a research project (see guidelines) regarded as being of high priority by the oilseeds. READ MORE
Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity new Agribusiness Challenge Fund
The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity is calling for proposals for the new Agribusiness Challenge Fund, which provides financing for agricultural entrepreneurs in Africa. The Fund aims to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and create opportunities for young people, people with disabilities, and refugees and displaced persons on the African continent. READ MORE
Weathering the Storm: Analyzing the July 2024 Floods and Their Effects on Western Cape Agriculture
In July 2024, a powerful cold front swept through the Western Cape, bringing with it relentless heavy rainfall and flooding in some parts of the province. This climatic event had significant repercussions, particularly for the agricultural sector, affecting production, market prices, and the broader economy. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) had predicted a strong El Niño state, with higher temperatures and low rainfall to continue through the winter of 2024. Despite these predictions, the province experienced severe storms and flooding in July of 2024. READ MORE
SIAWECCA INDALO PROGRAMME 2024
Applications are still open for the SiAWECCA IndaloGROW programme supported by Nedbank Apply and join the South African Women in Climate Change Awards! READ MORE
STORM DAMAGE ASSESSMENT WESTERN CAPE: JULY 2024
Applications for the Climate Finance Academy 2024 Are Now Open!
YOUNGO are now accepting applications for the Climate Finance Academy 2024! READ MORE
High Hopes: Navigating the growth of Cape Town’s Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp industries
Cape Town is on the brink of a transformative journey in the realms of medicinal cannabis and industrial hemp. This potential was evident during the recent two-day event hosted by Green Cape and The City of Cape Town, which brought together industry experts, stakeholders, and visionaries to explore the future of these promising sectors. Here, we delve into the key insights and strategic recommendations that emerged, offering a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and the steps needed to unlock Cape Town's potential as a global leader in these industries. READ MORE
Events and Workshops
AgTech Knowledge Exchange industry event (11 Sep, CPT)
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Registrations now open for AgriSA’s Green Horizons Congressg Post
AgriSA is excited to announce that registrations are now open for its much-anticipated Green Horizons Congress to be presented at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town on 10 October. This key event is dedicated to sustainable agriculture and industry collaboration. The congress, branded as the Green Horizons Congress, represents a vision of growth, innovation, and resilience in the face of future challenges. READ MORE
African Agri Investment Indaba
The African Agri Investment Indaba (AAII) is the global meeting place for agrifood investment in Africa. Bringing together over 900 key stakeholders – from governments, banks, financiers, investors, project owners, project developers, commercial farmers and the agro and food processing industry – to discuss trends that will likely influence food and agribusiness economics over the next decade in Africa. READ MORE
The biannual Hortgro Technical Symposium
Hortgro is hosting the biannual Hortgro Technical Symposium 2024. This year, the symposium (3 – 6 June 2024) will take the form of a business strategy day, two technical days — held at the Lord Charles Conference Room in Somerset West — and a pome fruit field day in Ceres. The stone fruit field day, in the form of a Stone Fruit Seminar and Orchard Walk, will take place on 12 November 2024 in the Little Karoo. (NOTE: Stone Fruit Field Day registrations will open 1 October 2024). READ MORE
Ernst & Young (EY) AI x Regenerative Agriculture initiative
EY has launched an exciting new Regen Ag x AI accelerator initiative for start ups, in collaboration with Bright Tide and Microsoft. The program is free to apply for and will offer up to six months of support ranging from coaching, workshops, networking, pitching opportunities, access to global networks/ecosystems and technical and advisory AI support to develop and scale your ventures. READ MORE
Policies for the Planet conference 2024
The Progress Playbook is hosting a free-to-attend online conference on the 14th of March 2024 in collaboration with Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership’s (CISL’s) South Africa arm, will look at the policies and projects that are leading the way to a better, more sustainable world. READ MORE
Technological Solutions for Water and Wastewater Management in the Agro-processing Sector
The Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAGCC) invites you to partake in the conference ‘Technological solutions for water and wastewater management in the agro-processing sector’ and B2B Meetings. The conference will unpack the role of technology in building resilience to water scarcity and waste disposal challenges in South Africa’s agro-processing sector. Join us to engage with expert panels and technology providers, who offer solutions to the industry’s water and wastewater challenges! READ MORE
Energy Awareness Workshop for Producers in the Western Cape
GreenCape in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Agriculture are hosting energy awareness workshops for producers in the Western Cape. READ MORE
EVENT | South African Climate Finance Landscape Report Launch
The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) cordially invites you to the launch event of the South African Climate Finance Landscape Report. READ MORE
PRECISION AGRICULTURE: BUILDING THE DIGITAL AGRICULTURAL ECOSYSTEM OF THE FUTURE
9th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture 2024
The 9th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture is coming to South Africa! We extend a special invitation to South Africa's leading conservation and regenerative agriculture farmers to seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. READ MORE
Amended Dates: Workshops: Towards Energy Resilience: supporting greater energy resilience for agricultural producers in the Western Cape
Workshop Aim: Awareness-raising for producers on the basics of energy efficiency and renewable energy READ MORE
Workshops: Towards Energy Resilience: supporting greater energy resilience for agricultural producers in the Western Cape
Workshop Aim: Awareness-raising for producers on the basics of energy efficiency and renewable energy READ MORE
CFA South Africa Phase 3
Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa: Call for Proposals READ MORE
Enter the 2023 Mpumalanga green solutions pitch challenge
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