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The Public Sector Forum for Extension and Advisory Services began on 11 November 2025, in the Chris Hani District. The three-day national session aims to strengthen coordination, provide strategic guidance, and enhance monitoring and evaluation of agricultural extension programmes across the country.
What Happened
The forum brings together senior officials and agricultural experts to align extension and advisory services with national priorities. It serves as a platform for reviewing existing programmes and improving their impact on farmers and rural communities.
The session officially opened with key stakeholders in attendance, including the Chief Director of National Extension Support Services, Mr. Bonga Msomi, the Head of Department for the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture, Mr. Bongikhaya Dayimani, and the Acting Deputy Director-General for Agricultural Integrated Services, Mr. Mfundo Macanda.
Official Response
Speaking at the event, officials emphasized the importance of strong institutional collaboration to ensure that extension services reach all corners of the agricultural sector. They emphasized that well-coordinated advisory support is vital to improving productivity, food security, and sustainable farming practices.
Community Impact
The forum is expected to yield actionable strategies that will empower local agricultural officers, enhance service delivery, and support emerging farmers. By fostering intergovernmental cooperation, it aims to build resilient agricultural systems that can drive economic growth and rural development.
