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Welcome to the official website of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension (SASAE) a Scientific Society, which in the interests of its members is committed for the promotion of the science and vocation of Agricultural Extension, through its members.
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59TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION (SASAE) CO-HOSTING WITH TH WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU), EAST LONDON, EASTERN CAPE
3 July 2026
CONFERENCE DATE: 29 JUNE TO 3 JULY 2026 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS We invite researchers, Extension Practitioners, students, and policymakers from government, academia, and private organizations to submit abstracts for the upcoming SASAE Conference 2026. This conference serves as a platform to explore innovative ideas, share research, and engage in discussions that shape the future of […]
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The South African Society for Agricultural Extension was established in 1966 as a scientific society representing agricultural extensionists involved with agricultural development, mainly from South Africa. Agricultural extensionists play a pivotal role in service delivery to farmers in South Africa, both commercial and those entering agriculture.
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59TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION (SASAE) CO-HOSTING WITH TH WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU), EAST LONDON, EASTERN CAPE
CONFERENCE DATE: 29 JUNE TO 3 JULY 2026 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS We invite researchers, Extension Practitioners, students, and policymakers from government, academia, and private organizations to submit abstracts for the upcoming SASAE Conference 2026. This conference serves as a platform to explore innovative ideas, share research, and engage in discussions that shape the future of […]
SASAE AWARDS 2024/ 2025
Awards in recognition of personal achievements in the field of Agricultural Extension is considered by the SASAE Board annually. Awards take the form of medals, certificates, trophies and honorary membership. Awards are considered as an instrument to: Promote the objectives of the society, andServe as an incentive for specific activities such as Extension research and […]
58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION & THE 1ST AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WEEK
Date: 29 JUNE – 04 JULY 2025 Venue: EMPERORS PALACE, KEMPTON PARK, JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG “Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development” “Leverage innovation and Technology to enhance Extension and Advisory services for Sustainable agriculture, improved livelihoods and food security” Subthemes IMPORTANT DATES Early Bird Registration (01 April – 16 May 2025) SASAE […]
CALL FOR SUCCESS STORIES AND SHORT COMMUNICATIONS
58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF SASAE CO-HOSTED WITH TUT Submission Deadline: 07 April 2025 We cordially invite farmers, practitioners, researchers, and advocates of sustainable agriculture to share their inspiring stories or brief communications related to the conference theme: “Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development”. When submitting your story, please ensure that you […]
SOUTH AFRICAN EXTENSION WEEK (AEW) 2025
CALL FOR PAPERS SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 20 MARCH 2025
CALL FOR PAPERS- EXTENSION: 58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION CO-HOSTED WITH THE TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
The due date for the submission has been extended to the 17th of February 2025. Conference Theme: “Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development” Subthemes 1. Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches 2. Digital Agriculture and Extension Services 3. Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation 4. Agricultural Innovation and Market Access 5. Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening 6. Food Security […]
CALL FOR PAPERS AND POSTERS FOR THE 58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION
58th Annual Conference of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension Co-hosted with the Tshwane University of Technology The due date for the submission of articles is on or before the 31st of January 2025 Conference Theme: “Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development” Subthemes 1. Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches 2. […]
57th South African Society for Agricultural Extension Annual Conference
Conference Theme: Bridging Collaborative Initiatives for Strengthening the Research-Training-Extension-Farmer Nexus
57TH CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION
The Board of SASAE will hold the 2024 Annual Conference in the Free State Province from 26 – 29 August 2024. The theme of the conference is: “Bridging Collaborative Initiatives for Strengthening the Research-Training-Extension-Rarmer Nexus.”
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BENEFITS OF BECOMING A MEMBER OF SASAE.
- Preferential treatment at conferences, symposia and other meetings convened by SASAE.
- All members present at SASAE AGM at the time of voting on any SASAE business, except student, institutional, honorary and life members, will have equal rights to vote on such business.
- Publication of articles in SAJAE free of charge.
