To commemorate Harvest Day, celebrated with Remmoho Investment in Agriculture in the Free State, the Deputy President of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, will visit Bethlehem on 27 February.
According to a statement by the Free State Provincial Government (FSPG), the aim of the visit is to “celebrate significant milestones in agricultural development and further demonstrate the government’s commitment to growing an inclusive agricultural sector while creating job opportunities.”
Mashatile, who is also the chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Agriculture and Land Reform, will furthermore engage with approximately 500 local farmers, agricultural stakeholders, and commodity groups, discussing strategies for expanding the agricultural sector, driving economic growth, and supporting job creation in the province.
“During his visit, the Deputy President will witness first-hand the investments in apple export and processing facilities in the province, which showcases the innovative efforts to enhance agricultural production and support to local farmers, especially black farmers, in growing production,” FSPG expressed.
As a celebration of agricultural success stories, stakeholders will have the opportunity to showcase the alignment of such initiatives with the government’s efforts to foster economic development and ensure food security for the nation.
In addition, Remmoho Investment in Agriculture’s investments in the agricultural space will be highlighted to show how the company plays a pivotal role in breaking new frontiers to create employment opportunities and achieve food security in South Africa.
Remmoho Investment in Agriculture (RIA) is a black-owned company that is involved in apple production and apple juice concentrate in the Free State. The company is working with the Free State government to increase apple production and create jobs.
FSPGA encourages local media to cover the event as “it serves as a platform to showcase the positive impact of government policies and investments in the agricultural sector”.
For media enquiries and additional information, contact Keith Khoza, the acting spokesperson to the Deputy President, on 066 195 8840 or the Premier’s spokesperson, Matshediso Setai, on 076 630 3345/078 363 3631.
Compiled by Gypseenia Lion
