The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), in partnership with PUM Netherlands Senior Experts, will host a Biosecurity Seminar on 13 May 2026 in KuGompo City. The event is supported by the Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT).
Addressing Foot-and-Mouth Disease Challenges
The ongoing Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak poses significant risks to trade, economic stability, and jobs across the agricultural value chain. This seminar directly addresses the need to protect and develop the province’s agri-industry, particularly the livestock sector, which is vital for rural development, food security, and export expansion. DEDEAT aims to safeguard downstream agro-processing through coordinated interventions.
Event Details
- Date: 13 May 2026
- Time: 09:00 – 15:30
- Venue: InvestSA One Stop Shop, KuGompo City
Key Focus Areas
The seminar will bring together farmers, veterinarians, industry leaders, and policymakers to focus on:
- Strengthening farm-level biosecurity and risk management
- Improving surveillance and rapid response systems
- Protecting export markets and trade compliance
- Enabling public-private collaboration and investment
- Advancing skills and knowledge across the livestock value chain
Who Should Attend
Livestock farmers, agricultural producers, veterinarians, industry associations, agro-processors, and anyone involved in the Eastern Cape agricultural value chain.
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Registration
Register with ECDC using the following link: Register for the Biosecurity Seminar
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