FOR THE FUTURE OF FARMING IN THE FREE STATE

Established in 1904, Free State Agriculture advocates for a safe, sustainable and thriving agricultural sector, supporting our farmers and advancing the future of farming in the Free State.

What We Do

Free State Agriculture (FSA) is every member who chooses to become involved in his local agricultural community by joining an active agricultural association.

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Help our farmers back on their feet

More About Us

Established in 1904, Free State Agriculture is a voluntary membership organization advocating for commercial farmers in the Free State province. We represent our members on agricultural policy matters and more, ensuring their voices are heard and their interests are upheld.

Our organization’s extensive network includes 148 farmer’s associations spread across 20 municipal districts, actively safeguarding and advancing the collective interests of our valued members — the farmers. Based in Bloemfontein, our committed staff offer executive support, striving to guarantee the success and prosperity of every member.

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Animal Identification, Movement and Safety system for livestock traceability and better tracing in the event of stock-theft. Click on the tag to enter the registration portal.

More About Us

Free State Agriculture is a voluntary membership organisation for commercial farmers in the Free State province, established in 1904.

The organisation comprises of an established structure that assists members and looks after their common interests. Our members are accommodated within 149 farmer’s associations in the 20 municipal districts of the Free State. Members determine the organisation’s overall management and strategic direction. Staff members, with the office in Bloemfontein, support members and management mainly in an executive capacity. Currently, 115 members serve on FSA’s strategic work areas (committees.)

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