Addressing farmers, the authors note that despite the approaching end of the year, the agricultural sector continues to function, ensuring South Africa's food security.
Various events are scheduled for the week starting Monday, November 2. Specifically, on Monday, there will be the Kroon Vee Brahman cattle auction. This auction will take place at Farm Buckshee in Vryburg, North West, although the auction itself is scheduled for November 7, 2026. For more information, please contact Jan Jnr at 082 944 0500.
On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the Swellendam Christmas auction will take place at the Swellendam Showgrounds in the Western Cape, starting at 11:00. The contact person for details is Jan Erasmus, Coastal Region Manager, at 082 924 6096.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, will also be a cattle auction day, specifically the Riversdal Christmas auction. It will be held at Riversdal Auction Premises in the Western Cape, starting at 11:00. Marketer Fanus Muller is available at 076 577 6744.
On Thursday, November 5, a five-day short course on beef production from Agri Skills Transfer is offered. This course includes five days of beef production training and two days of practical training at Cullinan Practical Farm. Meals are included in the course fee. The course itself is scheduled for November 9–13, 2026, and registration can be done by calling 012 002 3723 or emailing admin@agriskills.net.
The week concludes on Friday, November 6, with the Tulbagh Agricultural Show. Although the show itself runs from Thursday, December 3, to Saturday, December 5, 2026, it promises many family entertainments. Main attractions include National Horse Racing and Show Jumping Championships, bird and flower/wildflower exhibitions, a youth fair, mechanical bull riding, and a vineyard. Live music performances and evening events are also planned.