The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) has officially opened applications for the Limpopo Livestock Improvement Programme (Re-Sale Scheme) 2026/27. This strategic initiative invites emerging, subsistence, and smallholder farmers to participate in revitalizing the province’s agricultural sector following the devastating impacts of recent droughts and Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreaks.

Programme Objectives and Support Mechanism

To facilitate recovery, LDARD has set aside Quality Livestock Genetic Resources. Through the Re-Sale Scheme, breeding stock is made accessible to qualifying farmers at a prescribed developmental tariff, ensuring sustainable herd and flock revitalization.

Eligible Livestock and Target Beneficiaries

The scheme targets previously disadvantaged residents of Limpopo. Applications are currently open for specific high-quality breeding stock, including:

  • Bonsmara and Nguni Cattle (males and females)
  • Indigenous Sheep and Goat Breeds (males and females)
  • Large White and Landrace Pigs (males and females)

Mandatory Documentation and Compliance

Applicants must submit a completely filled application form alongside a short project profile. Crucial supporting documents include:

  • Certified copies of Identity Documents for all beneficiaries.
  • Proof of land tenure (title deed, traditional authority allocation, or lease agreement).
  • A certified copy of a Registered Brand Mark Certificate. Note: Current public servants and individuals who received similar government support in the past five years are strictly excluded.

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Submission Guidelines and Deadline

Completed forms must be placed in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for Livestock Resale Scheme 2026/27 for ATTENTION: Animal Science Directorate”.

  • Deadline: 20 July 2026 at 16:30
  • Venue: LDARD Head Office, 67/69 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700

Document Access

Download Limpopo Livestock Resale Scheme 2026 Application Form


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