Free State Agriculture (FSA), representing 2,500 commercial farming entities across 144 local farmer associations, strongly objected to Eskom’s proposed tariff increases at the NERSA public hearings held in Bloemfontein on 25 November. FSA emphasized that the agricultural sector, already grappling…
We are looking for 2025’s Young Farmer of the Year! This candidate is a true farmer at heart—someone unafraid to dream big, roll up their sleeves, and work hard to achieve their goals. They also play an active role in…
Free State Agriculture (FSA) acknowledges the progress made by SANRAL in taking over key national routes within the province. However, there is significant concern over the ongoing issues related to the repair of rural roads infrastructure, which are vital for…
In the wake of a series of seven catastrophic wildfires that ravaged the Vrede, Memel, and Verkykerskop areas from 26 to 29 September, Free State Agriculture’s ground-level structures stepped in to coordinate vital fire relief efforts. Mr. Wikus van der…
“It is unfortunate that there are misconceptions that farmers are depriving communities of an adequate water supply.” This is the opinion of Kempen Nel, chairman of Free State Agriculture (FSA)’s Natural Resources Committee, in response to Me Pemmy Majodina, Minister…
Free State Agriculture (FSA) is urging the MEC for Community Safety, Roads and Transport, as well as the MEC for Agriculture, to take swift action following their visit to high-crime areas along the Lesotho border between 10 and 12 September.…
The Provincial Safety Summit presented by the SAPS in Bloemfontein on 28 and 29 August 2024 should not just be a paper exercise, requests Free State Agriculture (FSA). FSA, together with all government departments that have an interest in agriculture…
Free State Agriculture (FSA) met with the Free State MEC of Community Safety, Mr Mbalula as well as the MEC of Agriculture, Ms Rockman, on 22 August 2024 regarding the safety and increased crime experienced by all border communities and…
While strong winds have been a contributing factor, the recent veld fires devastating thousands of hectares of land could have been avoided, says Dr Jack Armour, commercial manager at Free State Agriculture (FSA), responsible for disaster mitigation and response. “If…
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