The event will explore global trends and advances in agricultural science, technology and innovation, and the benefits that these will bring to the agricultural ecosystem in the future. The event aims to deliver premium insights coupled with best-in-class presenters and suppliers.
Visitors will have the opportunity to gain a strategic overview of the impact of scientific and technological breakthroughs on future production methodologies.
Television presenter and journalist, Anlie Hattingh said that agriculture encompasses much more than food. The textile, leather, liquor, medical supplements and multiple other industries are dependent on agricultural produce.
“Africa Agri Tech conference would lift the lid on new discoveries, with a strong focus on the role that the application of biotechnology would play in uncovering new uses for agricultural outputs,” said Hattingh.
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Technology Day anchored by Aki Anastasiou
Aki Anastasiou, a well-known personality in the field of technology, will kick off the opening day of the conference on Tuesday, 14 March. Anastasiou will lead a lineup of dynamic speakers, including Kevin Kalb, a 14-time winner of the National Corn Yield Contest and a leading dry-land farmer in the USA, who is also known for his popular TV programmes Corn Warriors and Live to Farm. In addition, Bill Petzer, a cyber security expert from CSIR, will speak about cyber threats in agriculture. |
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Science and biotechnology come under the microscope on Day 2
On Wednesday, 15 March, Day 2 of the conference, science and biotechnology in agriculture will be in the spotlight. The proceedings will be anchored by award-winning science journalist Bobby Brown. Notable speakers will include Dr Hennie Groenewald of Biosafety SA, Professor Johan Burger of the University of Stellenbosch, Dr Maneshree Jugmohan-Naidu, Director of Agricultural Biotechnology from the Department of Science and Innovation, and Professor Alan Guthrie from UP, who will speak on vaccine development. |
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On Day 3 of the conference, attendees will gain valuable insights into the business of agriculture and the economic landscape. Financial journalist and television presenter, Gary Alfonso, will take on the role of MC on Thursday 16 March. The day’s keynote address will be delivered by business maverick Vusi Thembekwayo, known for his role in Dragon’s Den South Africa. Other notable speakers include Professor Johann Kirsten of the Bureau for Economic Research, who will provide an overview of market trends, and Noa Isralowitz, VP of DealFlow Operations at Israeli InNegev Incubator, who will share her expertise in assessing emerging technologies. |
Aki Anastasiou, a well-known personality in the field of technology, will kick off the opening day of the conference on Tuesday 14 March. Anastasiou will lead a lineup of dynamic speakers, including Kevin Kalb, a 14-time winner of the National Corn Yield Contest and a leading dry-land farmer in the USA, who is also known for his popular TV programmes Corn Warriors and Live to Farm. In addition, Bill Petzer, a cyber security expert from CSIR, will speak about cyber threats in agriculture.
For more insight on the conference, visit africa-agri.co.za.
WIN OF 1 OF 3 TICKETS TO AFRICA AGRI TECH
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COMPETITION RULES
- Entries close on Thursday, 9 March 2023 at 8:00 pm.
- Entries are limited to one per person.
- Flights and travel expenses are not covered by the organiser
- Tickets are valid for three days: 14-16 March 2023.
- The prize may not be sold or exchanged for cash.
- Winners will be chosen through a random draw.
- Flights and travel expenses are the sole responsibility of the attendee and are not covered by the organiser.
- Read the full Terms and Conditions here.
