The National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, invites stakeholders to a free virtual webinar focused on the South African tomato paste value chain. This session aims to foster dialogue, identify solutions to challenges, and explore opportunities for a more competitive and sustainable industry .
Event Overview
- Event: Virtual Tomato Paste Value Chain Webinar
- Hosts: National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC) & Department of Agriculture (DoA)
- Date: 19 August 2026
- Time: 09:00 – 14:00
- Platform: Microsoft Teams
- Cost: Free of charge
Purpose of the Webinar
This stakeholder engagement session is designed to create awareness of the current state of the tomato paste value chain. The event will provide a crucial platform for dialogue among key industry players, from farmers to processors, to foster collaboration and explore practical solutions to existing challenges.
Key Topics to be Covered
The webinar will feature a comprehensive programme addressing critical aspects of the value chain:
- Introductory remarks on the tomato value chain study
- Analysis of the tomato paste value chain
- Challenges and opportunities in tomato processing
- Linking innovation across the value chain through breeding programmes
- Interventions in agro-processing strategic value chains
Expert Presenters
The session will feature insights from six subject-matter experts, including:
- Thandeka Ntshangase (NAMC): Senior Economist: Grain Specialist and M&E coordinator.
- Dr. Moses Lubinga (NAMC): Manager: Agro-Food Chains.
- Mr. Mike de Klerk (University of Cape Town): Lecturer in Economics.
- Dr. Mariette Truter (ARC-VIMP): Acting Senior Manager: Research.
- Dr. Joshua Magomani (Department of Agriculture): Agricultural economist specializing in industry research and analysis.
- Ms. Khanyisa Hoveni-Maphutha (the dtic): Deputy Director: Agroprocessing.
Who Should Attend?
The webinar is aimed at a wide range of stakeholders, including farmers, processors, industry bodies, academics, policymakers, and anyone with an interest in the development of the tomato paste value chain in South Africa.
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Registration Details
Participation is free and open to all interested parties. Advance registration is required to secure your place.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts and contribute to shaping the future of the tomato paste industry.
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