The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s response to Foot and Mouth Disease remains focused on controlling the spread, supporting affected areas and protecting the province’s livestock industry.
Check out the latest stats.
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Today, MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop will deliver the 2026/27 Budget Vote for the Department of Economic Development & Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
The Budget Vote will outline key priorities, plans and investments aimed at driving economic growth.
This morning, MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop convened GDARD’s Executive Management Team for its monthly meeting to discuss the department’s progress on planned programmes and projects for the 2026/27 financial year.
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FMD remains a serious threat to livestock health. Farmers and livestock owners are urged to stay alert, follow biosecurity measures, and report any suspected signs to the nearest veterinary office.
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Today, the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development marked #WorldHungerDay, reaffirming its commitment to food-secure communities and improved access to nutritious food across Gauteng.
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🚀 Empowering Gauteng’s Poultry Pioneers! 🐔🌾Today, GDARD hosted a highly successful Poultry Farmers Day at Plot 90 Geldenhys, Putfontein, bringing together emerging farmers, agricultural experts, and key industry stakeholders.
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As we approach the Qurbani period, the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development encourages residents to follow the correct process for slaughter for own use or cultural and religious purposes.
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🐝 Celebrating World Bee Day 2026:
🌻GDARD —with DoA and ARC)—hosted a webinar dedicated to our planet's most important pollinators.
The event brought together industry experts, beekeepers, and agro-processors to explore sustainable practices and market opportunities
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The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development continues to monitor and respond to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreaks across the province, with 296 reported cases recorded across municipalities and State Veterinary Areas.
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The clock is ticking for Gauteng’s agro-processing trail-blazers! 🍎
The GDARD and NEF hosted the 2nd Agro-Processing Blended Financing Roadshow in Diepkloof today.
With up to R10 million available per project.
Where: Apply online at nefcorp.co.za.
Deadline: 22 May
Protecting our herds, one stop at a time! 🐄🛡️
Today, GDARD's team was at Ekangala Community Hall for another vital FMD awareness session.
This is just one of many ongoing roadshows across the province.
Keeping Gauteng’s livestock healthy is a team effort!🚜🇿🇦
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Do you have questions about Foot-and-Mouth Disease and what it means for you or your animals?
We’ve shared some helpful information to guide you and answer some frequently asked questions.
Staying informed makes a real difference in protecting our livestock.
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