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NAU News: WEEKLY NEWS – 5 March 2010
Published: Mar 08, 2010 - 07:53 PM
In today’s newsletter:
- President of NAU visited Aroab FA
- Elephant project launched
- NAU president visits Minister of Lands
- NAU and LPO to hold first meetings for 2010
- FA and other news
President of NAU visited Aroab FA
The president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe visited Aroab FA on Friday, February 26, 2010 as part of the FA’s motivation day. The day was also attended by members of the Karasberge and Koës FA’s.
Part of the program also included the judgment of farmers’ patents and the introduction of the Meatmaster sheep breed as alternative for the current sheep breeds which are used in Namibia.
Mr van der Merwe mainly spoke about the role of the NAU In organised agriculture and the importance of the contribution of the NAU to this sector. He furthermore pointed out the challenges faced by the NAU due to the changing economic- and socio-economic environment. He is confident that the NAU will be able to face the challenges as they have the necessary leadership on all levels and are very well organised.
Elephant project launched
The North West (NW) Elephant report was officially launched by the Minister of Environment and Tourism, Honourable Minister Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday, March 5, 2010. Agriculture appreciates the Minister’s presence and approachability. The Minister invites producer organisation to stay in contact with the Ministry and to negotiate with regard to the human-wildlife-conflict. Producers, however, are cautioned that without exact data, it will be a difficult task to take proper and informed decisions.
Minister Nandi-Ndaitwah also mentioned that the report now functions within the framework of the human-wildlife policy and also the fact that the conflict does not exist within a vacuum and must be handled. Within the policy provision is made specifically for individuals and groups to develop mechanisms for implementation.
The Ministry will again make a survey of the NW elephant population in 2010 and will thus reconstruct the data basis. In conclusion the Minister thanked the agricultural unions (Joint Presidency Committee) for their initiative which led to the report and that it now will be made available to the public.
The report is in form of a CD available at Mrs Annatjie du Preez from the NAU office.
NAU president visits Minister of Lands
The president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe and the Executive Manager, Mr Sakkie Coetzee, today visited the Minister of Lands and Resettlement, Minister Alpheus !Naruseb. This visit arises from the meeting of the Land Committee of the NAU which was held on Monday, February 22, 2010.
The Ministry currently is busy with consultations with regard to the proposed Draft Land Reform Act.
The aim of the visit was to again give the NAU’s viewpoint against the background of the Draft Land Reform Act. As strategic partners, the NAU would like to contribute towards a successful land reform process in Namibia which promotes peace and stability.
The discussions were held in a good spirit and there was mutual understanding for the viewpoints of the parties.
NAU and LPO to hold first meetings for 2010
The NAU and the LPO will hold their first meetings for 2010 next week from Tuesday, March 9 to Thursday March 11. At the same time, the management of the NAU will entertain the sponsors of the NAU on Wednesday, March 10 as a token of gratitude for their support of the activities of the NAU.
The 5 strategic aims of the NAU which were reviewed during the planning session on November 2009 will form the base for the meeting of the NAU. High on the Agenda will be the strategic aim with regard to surety about land ownership and land use. The Executive Council will have in-depth discussions about the suggested Draft Act about land reform.
The LPO in its turn will give attention to the functionality of the traceability of the national cattle herd against the background of the numerous stock thefts which were reported in the media the past few weeks.
The Executive Council will meet under the chairmanship of the president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe and the LPO under chairmanship of Mr Kay-Dieter Rumpf.
Road Fund offices closed
Due to a strategic workshop, the office of the Road Fund Administration will be closed on Friday, March 12, 2010. Normal working activities will be resumed on Monday, March 15, 2010.
After hours courses offered by the Extension office
The following after hour’s courses are offered by the Windhoek Extension office:
State Vet “Auction protocol” which farmers must know during auctions in terms of paperwork and other information on March 11 and is offered by Mr B Neumann of the State Vet office
Financing options for farmers by Standard Bank on March 25 and are offered by Mr Gerhard Mukuahima of Standard Bank
The courses start at 17:30 and are held at the Windhoek Extension office, c/o Luderitz and Fidel Castro Str. Parking is available in Luderitz Str, opposite at the Goethe Centre of at the offices of the German Church.
Please register with Nadi, Tel 061 2044112. It is compulsory to register as there are only 45 seats available.
Dare to Care golf day
It is our 10th birthday! Since 2000 Dare to Care golf days were held regularly in order to collect funds for victims of veld fires, farm attacks, flood victims, etc. The agricultural family (Agra, Namib Mills, Feedmaster, Meat Board, Agronomic Board, Meatco and the NAU) who started the fund, decided to host this years’ golf day on Friday, March 19, 2010 in Windhoek. The costs are N$2 500 per team (of 4 players) and great prizes are will be given. After the prize giving a braai will be held and the partners of the golf players are welcome to attend the braai at the cost of N$70 per person. We would like to thank Shoprite who again this year are the main sponsors. Shoprite were the main sponsors at the 2007 golf day which was held in Walvis Bay. For further details and entry forms please contact Erika at Tel 061 237838, Fax 061 220193, e-mail evg@agrinamibia.com.na
Farmers’ ladder to success
Agra Professional Services will present the following lecture to farmers:
11 March: Veld quality and lick supplementation in the rainy season by Dr Axel Rothauge
The lecture will be held at the Agra/Bank Windhoek Ring from 15:00 – 18:00. Registration fee is N$100 per person which includes light refreshments. For enquiries or bookings contact Ms Marietta Grobler, Tel 061 2909208, advice@agra.com.na . Further lectures such as inter alia Basic Immunology and vaccines, Cash flow planning, etc will be offered and the dates will be announced in due course
Meatco National Braai Competition
Soccer World Cup 2010! That is the theme of this year’s Meatco National Braai Competition and both the farming and business communities alike are heartily invited to come and take part in the fun-filled event.
The 2010 competition is hosted by Sonop Farmers’ Association (FA) and takes place on 23 and 24 April at the Gobabis Show Grounds. More than N$130 000 worth of prizes and cash are up for grabs, including the N$70 000 for the conquering FA and N$10 000 for the winning team in the social category. Entries close on March 31, 2010 and further details can be obtained from Johan de Jager, Tel 062 568913, 081 2686930, jdejager@iway.na
FA and other news
Sonop FA is holding a meeting on March 9 at 14:00 at the FA hall at Farm Frauenhofen. As important matters have to be discussed, all members are requested to attend the meeting. For further details contact Cheryll Pienaar, Tel 062 563189, gghnam@mtcmobile.com.na
Steinhausen FA is holding a meeting on March 10 at 15:00 at Farm Steinhausen. Guest speakers are Mr Des Hart who will talk about camera installations and Mr Hauke Eichhoff who will talk about mineral rights with regard to the farmer. For further details contact Mayke Rumpf, Tel 062 561422, combumbi@iway.na
Summerdown FA is holding a mini show on March 20 at the FA. Various sports activities are offered as well as a jumping castle and water slide. Dr Helene de Kock will give a lecture for the women. Further attractions are a farmer market, target shooting and many more interesting activities. The day will be concluded with a dinner and dance. Registration is N$80 for adults and N$40 for school children. Further details can be obtained from Tel Nr 062 568887 or 081 3574056.
Kalkfeld FA is holding a meeting on March 17 at 09:00 at Farm Okosongoro of Fam P & U Clausen. Guest speakers are Mr K D Rumpf, chairman of the Livestock Producers Organisation and Mr G Baas who will talk about safety- and alarm systems. For further details contact Mr M Gogol, Tel 067 290159, hgogol@mweb.com.na
Platfeld FA is holding a meeting on March 10 at 14:00 at Farm Otjenga of Mr & Mrs H Erpf. Guest speaker is Mr Giel Schoombee of the Agricultural Employers Association and he will talk about labour matters. For further details contact Mr Piet Labuschagne, Tel 067 234010, pwlab@iway.na
Aroab FA is offering a Meatmaster information day and demonstration on March 11 at 09:00 in the agricultural hall at Aroab. The day is presented by the chairman, vice chairman and members of the Meatmaster Breeders Association from South Africa. Further details from Mr Willem Steenkamp, Tel 063 280655, toulon@iway.na
Gamsberg FA together with the Gamsberg Radio Club will hold a meeting on March 13 at 10:30 for 11:00 at the FA hall. Further details from Sunja van Heerden, Tel 081 2895257, n.j.vanheerden@mtcmobile.com.na
Westelike Khomas FA is holding a meeting on March 17 at 15:00 at the Harmonie hall. For further information contact Mrs A Greeff, Tel 064 551565, luanda@iway.na
Karibib FA is holding a meeting on March 6 at 17:00 at Farm Kaltenhausen. For further details contact Mr Swart, Tel 061 241191.
Windhoek FA is holding its Annual General Meeting on March 17 at 08:30 at Farm Lichtenstein Nord of Ann & Ulli Rusch. Please register with Ann Rusch, Tel 061 233543 or Gudrun Middendorff, Tel 061 225727, gudrunm@iway.na
The Namibian Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) is offering a public lecture by Karen Knott and the theme is “People, plants and perfume”. This lecture will be held at the hall of the Scientific Society, 110 Robert Mugabe Ave, Windhoek. For further details contact Tel Nr 061 306450, information@NEWS-Namibia.org
The president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe visited Aroab FA on Friday, February 26, 2010 as part of the FA’s motivation day. The day was also attended by members of the Karasberge and Koës FA’s.
Part of the program also included the judgment of farmers’ patents and the introduction of the Meatmaster sheep breed as alternative for the current sheep breeds which are used in Namibia.
Mr van der Merwe mainly spoke about the role of the NAU In organised agriculture and the importance of the contribution of the NAU to this sector. He furthermore pointed out the challenges faced by the NAU due to the changing economic- and socio-economic environment. He is confident that the NAU will be able to face the challenges as they have the necessary leadership on all levels and are very well organised.
Elephant project launched
The North West (NW) Elephant report was officially launched by the Minister of Environment and Tourism, Honourable Minister Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday, March 5, 2010. Agriculture appreciates the Minister’s presence and approachability. The Minister invites producer organisation to stay in contact with the Ministry and to negotiate with regard to the human-wildlife-conflict. Producers, however, are cautioned that without exact data, it will be a difficult task to take proper and informed decisions.
Minister Nandi-Ndaitwah also mentioned that the report now functions within the framework of the human-wildlife policy and also the fact that the conflict does not exist within a vacuum and must be handled. Within the policy provision is made specifically for individuals and groups to develop mechanisms for implementation.
The Ministry will again make a survey of the NW elephant population in 2010 and will thus reconstruct the data basis. In conclusion the Minister thanked the agricultural unions (Joint Presidency Committee) for their initiative which led to the report and that it now will be made available to the public.
The report is in form of a CD available at Mrs Annatjie du Preez from the NAU office.
NAU president visits Minister of Lands
The president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe and the Executive Manager, Mr Sakkie Coetzee, today visited the Minister of Lands and Resettlement, Minister Alpheus !Naruseb. This visit arises from the meeting of the Land Committee of the NAU which was held on Monday, February 22, 2010.
The Ministry currently is busy with consultations with regard to the proposed Draft Land Reform Act.
The aim of the visit was to again give the NAU’s viewpoint against the background of the Draft Land Reform Act. As strategic partners, the NAU would like to contribute towards a successful land reform process in Namibia which promotes peace and stability.
The discussions were held in a good spirit and there was mutual understanding for the viewpoints of the parties.
NAU and LPO to hold first meetings for 2010
The NAU and the LPO will hold their first meetings for 2010 next week from Tuesday, March 9 to Thursday March 11. At the same time, the management of the NAU will entertain the sponsors of the NAU on Wednesday, March 10 as a token of gratitude for their support of the activities of the NAU.
The 5 strategic aims of the NAU which were reviewed during the planning session on November 2009 will form the base for the meeting of the NAU. High on the Agenda will be the strategic aim with regard to surety about land ownership and land use. The Executive Council will have in-depth discussions about the suggested Draft Act about land reform.
The LPO in its turn will give attention to the functionality of the traceability of the national cattle herd against the background of the numerous stock thefts which were reported in the media the past few weeks.
The Executive Council will meet under the chairmanship of the president of the NAU, Mr Ryno van der Merwe and the LPO under chairmanship of Mr Kay-Dieter Rumpf.
Road Fund offices closed
Due to a strategic workshop, the office of the Road Fund Administration will be closed on Friday, March 12, 2010. Normal working activities will be resumed on Monday, March 15, 2010.
After hours courses offered by the Extension office
The following after hour’s courses are offered by the Windhoek Extension office:
State Vet “Auction protocol” which farmers must know during auctions in terms of paperwork and other information on March 11 and is offered by Mr B Neumann of the State Vet office
Financing options for farmers by Standard Bank on March 25 and are offered by Mr Gerhard Mukuahima of Standard Bank
The courses start at 17:30 and are held at the Windhoek Extension office, c/o Luderitz and Fidel Castro Str. Parking is available in Luderitz Str, opposite at the Goethe Centre of at the offices of the German Church.
Please register with Nadi, Tel 061 2044112. It is compulsory to register as there are only 45 seats available.
Dare to Care golf day
It is our 10th birthday! Since 2000 Dare to Care golf days were held regularly in order to collect funds for victims of veld fires, farm attacks, flood victims, etc. The agricultural family (Agra, Namib Mills, Feedmaster, Meat Board, Agronomic Board, Meatco and the NAU) who started the fund, decided to host this years’ golf day on Friday, March 19, 2010 in Windhoek. The costs are N$2 500 per team (of 4 players) and great prizes are will be given. After the prize giving a braai will be held and the partners of the golf players are welcome to attend the braai at the cost of N$70 per person. We would like to thank Shoprite who again this year are the main sponsors. Shoprite were the main sponsors at the 2007 golf day which was held in Walvis Bay. For further details and entry forms please contact Erika at Tel 061 237838, Fax 061 220193, e-mail evg@agrinamibia.com.na
Farmers’ ladder to success
Agra Professional Services will present the following lecture to farmers:
11 March: Veld quality and lick supplementation in the rainy season by Dr Axel Rothauge
The lecture will be held at the Agra/Bank Windhoek Ring from 15:00 – 18:00. Registration fee is N$100 per person which includes light refreshments. For enquiries or bookings contact Ms Marietta Grobler, Tel 061 2909208, advice@agra.com.na . Further lectures such as inter alia Basic Immunology and vaccines, Cash flow planning, etc will be offered and the dates will be announced in due course
Meatco National Braai Competition
Soccer World Cup 2010! That is the theme of this year’s Meatco National Braai Competition and both the farming and business communities alike are heartily invited to come and take part in the fun-filled event.
The 2010 competition is hosted by Sonop Farmers’ Association (FA) and takes place on 23 and 24 April at the Gobabis Show Grounds. More than N$130 000 worth of prizes and cash are up for grabs, including the N$70 000 for the conquering FA and N$10 000 for the winning team in the social category. Entries close on March 31, 2010 and further details can be obtained from Johan de Jager, Tel 062 568913, 081 2686930, jdejager@iway.na
FA and other news
Sonop FA is holding a meeting on March 9 at 14:00 at the FA hall at Farm Frauenhofen. As important matters have to be discussed, all members are requested to attend the meeting. For further details contact Cheryll Pienaar, Tel 062 563189, gghnam@mtcmobile.com.na
Steinhausen FA is holding a meeting on March 10 at 15:00 at Farm Steinhausen. Guest speakers are Mr Des Hart who will talk about camera installations and Mr Hauke Eichhoff who will talk about mineral rights with regard to the farmer. For further details contact Mayke Rumpf, Tel 062 561422, combumbi@iway.na
Summerdown FA is holding a mini show on March 20 at the FA. Various sports activities are offered as well as a jumping castle and water slide. Dr Helene de Kock will give a lecture for the women. Further attractions are a farmer market, target shooting and many more interesting activities. The day will be concluded with a dinner and dance. Registration is N$80 for adults and N$40 for school children. Further details can be obtained from Tel Nr 062 568887 or 081 3574056.
Kalkfeld FA is holding a meeting on March 17 at 09:00 at Farm Okosongoro of Fam P & U Clausen. Guest speakers are Mr K D Rumpf, chairman of the Livestock Producers Organisation and Mr G Baas who will talk about safety- and alarm systems. For further details contact Mr M Gogol, Tel 067 290159, hgogol@mweb.com.na
Platfeld FA is holding a meeting on March 10 at 14:00 at Farm Otjenga of Mr & Mrs H Erpf. Guest speaker is Mr Giel Schoombee of the Agricultural Employers Association and he will talk about labour matters. For further details contact Mr Piet Labuschagne, Tel 067 234010, pwlab@iway.na
Aroab FA is offering a Meatmaster information day and demonstration on March 11 at 09:00 in the agricultural hall at Aroab. The day is presented by the chairman, vice chairman and members of the Meatmaster Breeders Association from South Africa. Further details from Mr Willem Steenkamp, Tel 063 280655, toulon@iway.na
Gamsberg FA together with the Gamsberg Radio Club will hold a meeting on March 13 at 10:30 for 11:00 at the FA hall. Further details from Sunja van Heerden, Tel 081 2895257, n.j.vanheerden@mtcmobile.com.na
Westelike Khomas FA is holding a meeting on March 17 at 15:00 at the Harmonie hall. For further information contact Mrs A Greeff, Tel 064 551565, luanda@iway.na
Karibib FA is holding a meeting on March 6 at 17:00 at Farm Kaltenhausen. For further details contact Mr Swart, Tel 061 241191.
Windhoek FA is holding its Annual General Meeting on March 17 at 08:30 at Farm Lichtenstein Nord of Ann & Ulli Rusch. Please register with Ann Rusch, Tel 061 233543 or Gudrun Middendorff, Tel 061 225727, gudrunm@iway.na
The Namibian Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) is offering a public lecture by Karen Knott and the theme is “People, plants and perfume”. This lecture will be held at the hall of the Scientific Society, 110 Robert Mugabe Ave, Windhoek. For further details contact Tel Nr 061 306450, information@NEWS-Namibia.org
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