Recovery and unity in focus as livestock industry gathers on Day 1 of Nampo Alfa

Farmer's WeeklyClayton Swart · 3 October 2026 at 13:24

Livestock competitions, outdoor demonstrations and youth skills development drew visitors to the opening day of Nampo Alfa, but discussions around the future of South Africa's livestock industry and the need for greater unity dominated many of the conversations.
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