MEC Klaaste congratulated the farmers for completing their training
The department of agriculture, environmental affairs, rural development and land reform has concluded the final leg of its comprehensive agricultural support program farmers’ graduation program in Pixley ka Seme district on the 7th October 2026. Addressing graduates and agricultural stakeholders MEC Newrene Klaaste congratulated the farmers for completing their training and emphasized that graduation should mark the beginning of applying the knowledge and skills acquired. Klaaste said the department allocated R3.5 million during the 2024/25 financial year towards accredited and non-accredited agricultural training across the province. She said the intervention reached 1,682 beneficiaries through non-credit-bearing programs and 613 beneficiaries through accredited credit-bearing programs. According to information, the accredited training was implemented in partnership with the Northern Cape agricultural incubator and covered disciplines including poultry production, crop protection, animal breeding and health, welding and related technical skills. She said the department recognizes the contribution of women, young people and persons with disabilities to agricultural development.
