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		<title>SASAE AWARDS 2024/ 2025</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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, andServe as an incentive for specific activities such as Extension research and [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>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:</p>



<p>Promote the objectives of the society, and<br>Serve as an incentive for specific activities such as Extension research and the publication of Extension reports.<br>Branch Chairpersons are requested to share the nomination form. Full submissions must be submitted according to the awards procedures (as outlined in the by-laws) and be forwarded to the Chairperson of the Awards Committee, Ms. Lethabo Mashamaite, at awards@sasae.co.za, not later than 31 May 2025.</p>



<p><strong>Nominator and Nominee: Any active SASAE member.</strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CATEGORIES OF AWARDS AND THE RESPECTIVE CRITERIA</strong></h2>



<p><strong>GOLD MEDAL</strong></p>



<p>A Gold Medal may be awarded to a person (or group of persons) who has made outstanding contributions promoting the science and scientific practice of Agricultural Extension.&nbsp; The award is based on:</p>



<ul>
<li>Exceptional quality of scientific contribution(s) towards extension; and</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Exceptional contribution(s) in the fields of leadership and policy formulation in the broader context.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>SILVER MEDAL</strong></p>



<p>A Silver Medal may be awarded to a person (or group of persons) who has made a special contribution(s) to promoting Agricultural Extension.&nbsp; Nominees will be assessed on the quality of published scientific papers and/or reports.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>BRONZE MEDAL</strong></p>



<p>A Bronze Medal may be awarded to a person (or group of persons) who has made a meritorious contribution(s) to promoting Extension as a science, or the scientific application of Agricultural Extension at an operational level.</p>



<p><strong>TIM BEMBRIDGE EXTENSION MANAGEMENT AWARD (BRONZE)</strong></p>



<p>A person who has demonstrated outstanding extension management will be selected for this award.&nbsp; The recipient of this award should have made substantial management contributions to extension on a continuous basis.&nbsp; Nominations should describe and document the nominee’s accomplishments in the areas below:</p>



<ul>
<li>Personal Commitment: exerts extraordinary dedication and effort in support of extension programmes, activities and services.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Self-improvement: strives to increase competencies and capacities, participates in opportunities for growth and maintains active involvement in professional activities.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Achievement: is goal-oriented, sets an example for others, has demonstrated significant accomplishments in successful extension projects/programmes of officers under his / her control and has acquired noticeable peer recognition.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>SASAE FLOATING TROPHY FOR A YOUNG PROFESSIONAL&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>A young extension officer (with ten years or less service) who has demonstrated a combination of service, leadership and participation in conferences relating to agricultural extension will qualify for this award.&nbsp; The recipient of this award should have made substantial contributions to the profession in service, leadership and conference participation, but the contributions do not have to be equal.&nbsp; Nominators should describe and document the nominee’s accomplishments in the following areas where applicable:</p>



<ul>
<li>Personal Commitment: demonstrates extraordinary dedication and effort in support of agricultural extension programmes, activities and services.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Meritorious Contributions: has made significant contributions to the improvement, promotion, development and progress of agricultural extension.</li>



<li>Achievement: is goal-oriented, sets examples for others, has demonstrated significant accomplishments in successful extension projects/programmes and has acquired noticeable peer recognition.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Conference Participation: evidenced by listing of journal articles, papers and presentations related to agricultural extension issues and topics.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>TRANSVAAL BRANCH FLOATING TROPHY</strong></p>



<p>The trophy may be awarded to a person(s), or a team, who in the opinion of the Council, have during the course of the previous year(s), informed fellow Extensionists of a successful extension action or actions by means of a popular scientific article or articles, or any other appropriate communication.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>CERTIFICATE FOR CO-ORDINATED EXTENSION</strong></p>



<p>The certificate may be awarded to a group of extensionists who, as a team, have launched a successful extension programme.&nbsp; The following criteria will apply:</p>



<ul>
<li>Team involvement of Extensionists representing one or more organisations.</li>



<li>The degree to which the respective farming community was involved.</li>



<li>The degree to which planning was done according to set objectives and coordinated work schedules.</li>



<li>The method or methods employed addressing audience delineation, audience engagement, the use of communication channels and evaluation.</li>



<li>The complexity of the message conveyed.</li>



<li>The efficiency of the co-ordination exercise; and</li>



<li>The behavioural change effected in the community.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>HONORARY MEMBERSHIP</strong></p>



<p>Council may grant honorary membership to persons who, over a period of years:</p>



<ul>
<li>Have made an <strong><em>exceptional contribution</em></strong>(s) towards the development and application of the science of Agricultural Extension.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; or</p>



<ul>
<li>Have rendered <strong><em>out-of-the-ordinary inputs/services </em></strong>to promote the interests of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>LOUBIE LOUBSER FLOATING TROPHY</strong></p>



<p>The trophy may be awarded annually to the most active Branch of the Society.&nbsp; The following criteria will apply, namely:</p>



<ul>
<li>The excellence of organised actions of the Branch in the interest of its members and the promotion of member involvement.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>The degree of involvement of the Branch in the business of and actions initiated by the Council; and</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>The quality of inputs made towards the promotion of the science of Extension.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>MOTIVATION OF AWARDS</strong></p>



<p>The following particulars concerning the nominee(s) should accompany all submissions for SASAE awards:</p>



<ul>
<li>Personal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full name(s)</li>
</ul>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Age(s)</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;School qualifications</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Post-school qualifications</p>



<ul>
<li>Service record:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Employer(s)</li>
</ul>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Capacity(ies)</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work done (Clear explanation of planning inputs and results achieved, with emphasis on the application of Extension principles.)</p>
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		<title>58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION &#038; THE 1ST AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WEEK</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Date: 29 JUNE &#8211; 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 &#8211; 16 May 2025) SASAE [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>Date: 29 JUNE &#8211; 04 JULY 2025</strong></p>



<p><strong>Venue: EMPERORS PALACE, KEMPTON PARK, JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG</strong></p>



<p><strong>“Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development”</strong></p>



<p><strong>“Leverage innovation and Technology to enhance Extension and Advisory services for Sustainable agriculture, improved livelihoods and food security”</strong></p>



<p><strong>Subthemes</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches</li>



<li>Digital Agriculture and Extension Services</li>



<li>Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation</li>



<li>Agricultural Innovation and Market Access</li>



<li>Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening</li>



<li>Food Security and Nutrition</li>



<li>Holistic Farming: Balancing Crop and Livestock Production for a Sustainable Future</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Digital Technologies for Improved Extension and Advisory Services (EAS).</li>



<li>Innovative Extension Platforms to Influence the Promotion of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA).</li>



<li>Strategic Extension Partnerships for Strengthening EAS for Inclusive Sustainable Agricultural Systems.</li>



<li>The Role of Extension on Promoting Inclusive Niche Commodities and Indigenous Crops for Improved Livelihoods and Food Security.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>IMPORTANT DATES</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>01 April &#8211; 16 May 2025- Early Bird Registration</li>



<li>17 &#8211; 31 May 2025- Late Registration</li>



<li>15 June 2025- Payments Deadline</li>



<li>29 June &#8211; 04 July 2025- Conference Date</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Early Bird Registration (01 April &#8211; 16 May 2025)</strong></p>



<p>SASAE Member&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;R5&nbsp;000</p>



<p>Non SASAE Member&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; R5 500</p>



<p>Day Visit (One Day only)  &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; R2&nbsp;000</p>



<p><strong>Late Registration (17 &#8211; 31 May 2025)</strong></p>



<p>SASAE Member&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;R5&nbsp;500</p>



<p>Non SASAE Member&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;R6 000</p>



<p>Day Visit (One Day only)  &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; R2&nbsp;000</p>



<p>Registration Fee Covers: Conference Proceedings, Conference Material, Wellness Day Activities, Informal Braai, Tea Breaks with Snacks, Lunches and Gala Dinner.</p>



<p><strong>To register go to </strong><a href="https://sasae.co.za/conferences/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><mark style="background-color:#ffffff" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">www.sasae.co.za/conferences </mark></strong></a><strong>or </strong><a href="https://form.jotform.com/250924717962566" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><mark style="background-color:#ffffff" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">https://form.jotform.com/250924717962566</mark></strong></a><strong> or scan the QR code</strong></p>



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<p><strong>For more information</strong></p>



<ul>
<li><a href="mailto:secretariat@sasae.co.za"><strong><mark style="background-color:#ffffff" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">secretariat@sasae.co.za</mark></strong></a></li>



<li><a href="http://www.sasae.co.za"><strong><mark style="background-color:#ffffff" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">www.sasae.co.za</mark></strong></a></li>



<li><strong>062 957 1771</strong></li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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: &#8220;Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development&#8221;. When submitting your story, please ensure that you [&#8230;]</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF SASAE CO-HOSTED WITH TUT</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Submission Deadline: 07 April 2025</strong></p>



<p>We cordially invite farmers, practitioners, researchers, and advocates of sustainable agriculture to share their inspiring stories or brief communications related to the conference theme: &#8220;Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development&#8221;.</p>



<p>When submitting your story, please ensure that you adhere to the provided guidelines.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Submission Requirements</strong></h2>



<p>Please submit a Word document that consists of the following:</p>



<ol>
<li><strong>Project Overview</strong></li>
</ol>



<ul>
<li>Project Name, Location, Project Duration and Objective</li>
</ul>



<p>      2. <strong>Introduction / Background</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Context: (Provide context about the project, including challenges and opportunities)</li>



<li>Target Group: (Describe the target group, including demographics and needs)</li>
</ul>



<p>      3. <strong>Problem Identified (</strong>Describe challenges faced during the project)</p>



<p>      4. <strong>Methods Applied</strong></p>



<p>      5. <strong>Intervention/Innovation</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Description: (Describe the intervention or innovation, including technologies, practices, or approaches used)</li>
</ul>



<p>      6. <strong>Results and Impact (Compare before and after)</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Key Achievements: (List key achievements, including increased yields, improved incomes, or enhanced sustainability)</li>



<li>Statistics: (Provide statistics to illustrate the impact, including numbers, percentages, or ratios)</li>



<li>Testimonials: (Include testimonials from beneficiaries or stakeholders)</li>
</ul>



<p>      7. <strong>Images</strong> (Include images to illustrate the project and its impact)</p>



<p>      8. <strong>Conclusion</strong> (Summarize the project and its impact)</p>



<p>      9. <strong>References</strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Review Process</strong></h2>



<p>All submissions will be reviewed by our editorial team.</p>



<p>We look forward to hearing about your experiences and successes!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-0cb2702cb84e3dfa223afa16d48046b9">Submit stories to intern@sasae.co.za</h2>
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		<title>CALL FOR PAPERS- EXTENSION: 58TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION CO-HOSTED WITH THE TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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.&#160;Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches 2.&#160;Digital Agriculture and Extension Services 3.&#160;Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation 4.&#160;Agricultural Innovation and Market Access 5.&#160;Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening 6.&#160;Food Security [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>The due date for the submission </strong>has been extended to the<strong> 17th of February 2025</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Conference Theme: “</strong>Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development<strong>”</strong></p>



<p><strong>Subthemes</strong></p>



<p>1.&nbsp;<strong>Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Mitigating climate change impacts on agriculture</li>



<li>Sustainable agriculture practices for improved yields</li>



<li>Conservation agriculture, soil health, water management, and irrigation efficiency.</li>
</ul>



<p>2.&nbsp;<strong>Digital Agriculture and Extension Services</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Leveraging technology for precision agriculture</li>



<li>Digital extension services for improved farmer engagement</li>



<li>Data-driven decision-making for agricultural development and cybersecurity in agricultural data management.</li>
</ul>



<p>3.&nbsp;<strong>Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Empowering rural women and youth in agriculture</li>



<li>Rural entrepreneurship and job creation</li>



<li>Enhancing rural infrastructure for agricultural growth.</li>
</ul>



<p>4.&nbsp;<strong>Agricultural Innovation and Market Access</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Promoting agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship</li>



<li>Enhancing market access for smallholder farmers</li>



<li>Value chain development and agricultural marketing.</li>
</ul>



<p>5.&nbsp;<strong>Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Building capacity for agricultural extension services</li>



<li>Strengthening institutional partnerships for agricultural development</li>



<li>Enhancing policy frameworks for agricultural growth.</li>
</ul>



<p>6.&nbsp;<strong>Food Security and Nutrition</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Ensuring food availability and access</li>



<li>Improving nutrition through diversified agriculture</li>



<li>Enhancing food safety and quality control.</li>
</ul>



<p>7.&nbsp;<strong>Holistic Farming: Balancing Crop and Livestock Production for a Sustainable Future</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Developing high-yielding and resilient crop varieties</li>



<li>Utilizing advanced breeding techniques</li>



<li>Identifying and developing integrated pest management strategies</li>



<li>Optimizing animal diets for improved performance and developing novel feed additives and supplements</li>



<li>Utilizing technology for precision livestock farming.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Call for Abstracts</strong></p>



<p>We invite researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from government, academia, and private organizations to submit abstracts for presentations on the following topics:</p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Conference Theme:</strong> Abstracts directly related to the central conference theme are highly encouraged.</li>



<li><strong>Related Sub-themes:</strong> We also welcome submissions that explore themes related to the sub-themes of the conference.</li>



<li><strong>Broader Agricultural Extension Topics:</strong> We will consider presentations that address broader agricultural extension topics of interest to the conference audience, even if they are not directly tied to the conference theme.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Abstract Types</strong></p>



<p>We welcome abstracts based on a variety of research approaches, including experimental studies with trials and experiments, as well as social research methods such as questionnaires and interviews. However, presentations directly related to the central conference theme will be given priority during the selection process.</p>



<p><strong>Abstract Review</strong></p>



<p>All submitted abstracts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process. To ensure a high-quality conference programme, abstracts that do not meet the following requirements will not be accepted:</p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Originality:</strong> The content of the abstract must be original. Plagiarism detection software will be used to identify any copied content.</li>



<li><strong>Completeness:</strong> The abstract should include all the required elements outlined below.</li>



<li><strong>Clarity:</strong> The abstract should be clear, concise, and easy to understand.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Abstract Submission Guidelines</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-f9793f7f874c4e193f72a3cedb2bbce9">Please submit extended abstracts in English (maximum 900 words) to secretariat@sasae.co.za by February 17th, 2025. Your abstract should include the following information:</p>



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<li><strong>Title</strong></li>



<li><strong>Author(s) and Institutional Affiliations</strong></li>



<li><strong>Keywords</strong></li>



<li><strong>Introduction:</strong> Briefly introduce the topic and its significance.</li>



<li><strong>Problem Statement:</strong> Clearly define the research problem or gap in knowledge.</li>



<li><strong>Objectives:</strong> State the primary and secondary objectives of the study.</li>



<li><strong>Methodology:</strong> Describe the research methods you will employ (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods).</li>



<li><strong>Preliminary/Expected Results (if applicable):</strong> Briefly outline the anticipated outcomes of your research.</li>



<li><strong>Discussion of Significance:</strong> Explain the contribution of your research to the field of agricultural extension.</li>



<li><strong>Conclusion and Recommendations:</strong> Summarize the key takeaways and potential applications of your research.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Corresponding Author Information</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Title</li>



<li>Name</li>



<li>Email Address</li>



<li>Telephone Number</li>
</ul>



<p>We look forward to receiving your submissions!</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size">58th Annual Conference of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension </h3>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size">Co-hosted with the Tshwane University of Technology</h3>



<p><strong>The due date for the submission of articles is on or before the <em><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">31st of January 2025</mark></em></strong></p>



<p><strong>Conference Theme: “</strong>Transforming Agricultural Extension for Sustainability, Climate-Smart and Resilient Rural Development<strong>”</strong></p>



<p><strong>Subthemes</strong></p>



<p>1. <strong>Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agroecological Approaches</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p>



<ul>
<li>Mitigating climate change impacts agriculture</li>



<li>Sustainable agriculture practices for improved yields</li>



<li>Conservation agriculture, soil health, water management, and irrigation efficiency.</li>
</ul>



<p>2. <strong>Digital Agriculture and Extension Services</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Leveraging technology for precision agriculture</li>



<li>Digital extension services for improved farmer engagement</li>



<li>Data-driven decision-making for agricultural development and cybersecurity in agricultural data management.</li>
</ul>



<p>3. <strong>Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Empowering rural women and youth in agriculture</li>



<li>Rural entrepreneurship and job creation</li>



<li>Enhancing rural infrastructure for agricultural growth.</li>
</ul>



<p>4. <strong>Agricultural Innovation and Market Access</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Promoting agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship</li>



<li>Enhancing market access for smallholder farmers</li>



<li>Value chain development and agricultural marketing.</li>
</ul>



<p>5. <strong>Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Building capacity for agricultural extension services</li>



<li>Strengthening institutional partnerships for agricultural development</li>



<li>Enhancing policy frameworks for agricultural growth.</li>
</ul>



<p>6. <strong>Food Security and Nutrition</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Ensuring food availability and access</li>



<li>Improving nutrition through diversified agriculture</li>



<li>Enhancing food safety and quality control.</li>
</ul>



<p>7. <strong>Holistic Farming: Balancing Crop and Livestock Production for a Sustainable Future</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Developing high-yielding and resilient crop varieties</li>



<li>Utilizing advanced breeding techniques</li>



<li>Identifying and developing integrated pest management strategies</li>



<li>Optimizing animal diets for improved performance and developing novel feed additives and supplements</li>



<li>Utilizing technology for precision livestock farming.</li>
</ul>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Abstracts Submission Guidelines</strong></h5>



<p><strong>All interested authors from government, private organizations, and academic institutions are hereby invited to send an abstract for paper or poster presentations on:</strong></p>



<p>(a) Topics related to the conference&#8217;s main theme or any of the above-related sub-themes.</p>



<p>(b) Any other extension-related proposals or submissions that are not directly related to the conference theme, but are of potential interest and value to conference participants.</p>



<p>Research and philosophically based papers, as well as papers based on practical experience, will be considered. However, papers related to the central conference theme will be preferred. All proposals will be peer-reviewed; for this purpose, the following is required: (<em><strong>If your paper does not comply with this, it will not be accepted</strong></em>)</p>



<p>The SASAE Board welcomes original manuscript abstract submissions written in English. Abstracts should be between 150 and 250 words in length including keywords with clear reference to introduction, purpose, methodology, results and discussion, conclusion, and extension implications. The format of the abstracts should be 1.5 spacing, font Arial 12, justify, and in MS Word. All abstracts should include a title with each author’s name and institutional affiliation. <strong>All submissions should be made online to </strong><a href="mailto:secretariat@sasae.co.za" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-black-color">secretariat@sasae.co.za</mark></a><strong>.</strong> Abstracts must be original in content. All articles will be checked for originality using plagiarism detection software. Details of the main/corresponding author: title, name, email address, and telephone number should be included for the purpose of feedback.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">57th South African Society for Agricultural Extension Annual Conference</h3>



<p><strong>Co-Hosted with the Central University of Technology</strong></p>



<p><strong>Dates:</strong> 26 &#8211; 29 August 2024<br><strong>Location:</strong> Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein, Free State</p>



<p><strong>Conference Theme:</strong> Bridging Collaborative Initiatives for Strengthening the Research-Training-Extension-Farmer Nexus</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Key Topics:</h4>



<ul>
<li>Promoting Collaborative Partnerships for Effective Agricultural Extension</li>



<li>Investing in Human Capital for Sustainable Agricultural Extension</li>



<li>Fostering Sustainable Agricultural Practices through Knowledge Sharing and Extension</li>
</ul>
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<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3a760e8b2bae06062d11c7075cd484df"><strong>57<sup>TH</sup>&nbsp;CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-454ce8656a26ef8a88023db643b75a58"><strong>“BRIDGING COLLABORATIVE INITIATIVES FOR STRENGTHENING THE RESEARCH-TRAINING-EXTENSION-FARMER NEXUS”.</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ccf4a4c91f9b2e9f3f35d7ce9fb31d27"><strong>BLOEMFONTEIN, FREE STATE</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1b413c008d16172ea918cec492f269bb"><strong>26 – 29 AUGUST 2023</strong><strong></strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dbef9da78b0b29bf1a5f46ddd29791f6"><strong>ABOUT THE CONFERENCE:</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8ccc07d089c3b078071002e76dac7703">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-Farmer Nexus.”&nbsp;</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c928b8f18228202ff6459976ee9f9450">The South African Society for Agricultural Extension is a voluntary professional organisation to improve the quality of extension to all farmers through its members. The ultimate aim of agricultural extension professionals is to influence development change in the societies where they work. In the context of agricultural innovation systems (AIS), this change will be stimulated by better relationships between actors. Therefore, you (as an extension professional) must endeavour to develop good facilitation skills to increase your effectiveness.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0d115ef121da8b47c5d5141861bf3a74"><strong>CONFERENCE SUB-THEMES:</strong></p>



<ul class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73222511a96e717e9f6224bfa2ee4aa1">
<li>Promoting Collaborative Partnerships for Effective Agricultural Extension</li>



<li>Investing in Human Capital for Sustainable Agricultural Extension</li>



<li>Fostering Sustainable Agricultural Practices through Knowledge Sharing and Extension</li>
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<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-75a464ec82b039d73c6e4ea44615d345"><strong>CONFERENCE VENUE</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ec5419b224f579d850a85f685add171d">Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein, Free State. </p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-752ae59164a96e24821bd00ec948a4d2"><strong>ACCOMMODATION</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-80693474cbfaac41ea99e65a748add57">Accommodation for the conference period must be arranged by each delegate themselves at Hotels and Guest Houses in Bloemfontein. Details of Guest Houses and Hotels will be on the SASAE Website in late 2024.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8e8b549f6c973830d7fda45ea26019b6"><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1d4bdf07876b822ec792516767223699">Registration at the conference will start on the afternoon of 26th&nbsp;August 2024, and the conference will start on 27th August at 09:00. It will end with the Gala Dinner on 29th&nbsp;August 2024, and everybody will depart on the morning of 30<sup>th</sup> August 2024.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Registration fees</strong></td><td><strong>Members</strong></td><td><strong>Non-Members</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Early Registration – Until 30 June 2024</td><td>R5000.00</td><td>R5500.00</td></tr><tr><td>Late registration – After 30 June 2024</td><td>R5500.00</td><td>R6000.00</td></tr><tr><td>Day Visit – Per Day (If you attend only one day)</td><td>R2000.00</td><td>R2000.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-172a134f87165f3c02f49228bde0af85">The conference registration fee covers Conference proceedings, full conference facilities, all lunches, teas and coffees with pastries or biscuits, an informal braai (barbecue) and the gala dinner.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0e09c474338dbd889657dc0ee1e69da4"><strong><u>PLEASE TAKE IMPORTANT NOTE:</u></strong></p>



<ul class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73a60ffecbd8a96560c835f08fbe5601">
<li>Registrations for the conference will close strictly on the <strong>31st<sup> </sup> July 2024</strong>&nbsp;– No registration forms will be accepted after this.</li>



<li>Payment for the conference needs to be made no later than the&nbsp;<strong>15th of August 2024</strong>. You will not be allowed to enter the conference if payment is not received.</li>
</ul>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8c4c38f0a7a892a2ddcc7751087f22d7">For Departments:</p>



<ul class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-310f369b30dfb33a0739d111049c2f51">
<li>Orders will no longer be accepted for entrance into the conference; payment has to be paid and received in full by SASAE for the delegates to attend. No exceptions will be</li>



<li>Registration forms for each delegate need to be sent to the Secretariat before the registration closing date. Adjustments to the dietary requirements of delegates will not be made if the registration forms are not received.</li>
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<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5469d074deb9142808c541fa99d48af5"><strong><u>REGISTRATION FORMS: </u></strong><strong><u></u></strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0e1b835b6774dccc4492f1384c230879">REGISTRATIONS CLOSED</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-daa304c2dbfcd3a55c726532ffb66cfd">Alternatively, you can download the registration form at the bottom and email it to the secretariat@sasae.co.za or intern@sasae.co.za</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f97fc7e11d1deaa3467103f29b92e22">Invoices or quotations for conference registration fees will only be sent on receipt of the registration form.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cbde831e3963a7f810401198d46a0f13"><strong><u>SASAE BANKING DETAILS</u></strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-391b09a1cffe86b8aa75880d6535ed69"><strong>Please do not mail your payment to us. Deposit/EFT your payment into the SASAE Account</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>SASAE Account:</td><td>ABSA Bank</td></tr><tr><td>Account no:</td><td>540 810 257</td></tr><tr><td>Branch code:</td><td>334 334</td></tr><tr><td>EFT branch code:</td><td>632 005</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1025783335a43240eb1ed3a0f2990169">For payments made&nbsp;<strong>Outside of South Africa</strong>, the swift code is&nbsp;<strong>ABSA JJ ZA.</strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9c027ad0083c2c02ad8e16220111c9aa">Reference: Name and Surname or invoice number.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64b3423705641c88717e8749a0a02997">Deposit slips and proof of payments can be sent to the Secretariat at&nbsp;secretariat@sasae.co.za</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8f832f3692926e08a9c2d66be1f9b86f"><strong>YOU ARE ONLY REGISTERED WHEN WE RECEIVED YOUR REGISTRATION FORM AND PAYMENT PROOF.</strong><strong></strong></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-04d90cd5173a9e68d36ee2b07a5156a7"><strong>KEY DATES:</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Notice of abstract acceptance: 3 May 2024</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d410467879a5937d8d005b12dda2e204"><strong>ENQUIRIES CAN BE DIRECTED TO:</strong><strong></strong></p>



<ul class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7b8532513334c13d4431aa6854182267">
<li>Mr Thulani Masondo, Cell: 0826533148; Email:&nbsp;Thulani.Masondo@sugar.org.za</li>



<li>Ms Thuli Mbilini, Cell: 0832941429; Email: thulimbilini@gmail.com</li>



<li>Prof Jan Swanepoel, Email:&nbsp;swanepoeljw@ufs.ac.za</li>



<li>The SASAE Secretariat, Cell: 0829229224; Email: secretariat@sasae.co.za</li>



<li>The SASAE Intern, Cell: 0794770759; Email: intern@sasae.co.za</li>
</ul>



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<p><strong>56<sup>TH</sup>&nbsp;CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION</strong></p>



<p><strong>“TOWARDS BUILDING INCLUSIVE, ADAPTIVE AND RESILIENT STRATEGIES FOR A SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEM: THE ROLE OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION”.</strong></p>



<p><strong>UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND, RICHARDS BAY CAMPUS, KWAZULU NATAL PROVINCE</strong></p>



<p><strong>28 – 31 AUGUST 2023</strong></p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">ABOUT THE CONFERENCE:</h5>



<p>The Board of SASAE will be holding the 2023 Annual Conference in KwaZulu Natal Province, from 28 – 31 August 2023. The theme of the conference is: “Towards Building Inclusive, Adaptive and Resilient Strategies for a Sustainable Food System: The Role of Agricultural Extension.”&nbsp;</p>



<p>The South African Society for Agricultural Extension is a voluntary professional organisation with the aim to improve the quality of extension to all farmers through its members. The ultimate aim of agricultural extension professionals is to influence development change in the societies where they work. In the agricultural innovation systems (AIS) context, this change will be stimulated by better relationships between actors. It is therefore imperative that you (as an extension professional) endeavour to develop good facilitation skills to increase your effectiveness.</p>



<p><strong>To facilitate this process, contributions relating to any of the following sub-themes are invited:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Sub themes:</strong></p>



<ol>
<li>Curricula development to address critical skills for 2030 extensionists for nutrition security</li>



<li>Exploring and developing entrepreneurs in the agricultural value chain for sustainable food systems</li>



<li>Empowering a responsive approach for constructive decision-making and exponential thinking for effective policy and technology improvement.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">CALL FOR PAPER AND POSTER SUBMISSIONS</h5>



<p>Individuals and organisations/institutions are hereby invited to prepare proposals of papers or posters on:</p>



<ul>
<li>Topics related to the central theme of the conference or any of the above related sub-themes</li>



<li>Any other extension related proposals or submissions that are not directly related to the conference theme but are of potential interest and value to conference</li>
</ul>



<p>Research and philosophically based papers, as well as papers based on practical experience, will be considered. However, proposals related to the central conference theme will receive preference. All proposals will be peer reviewed and for this purpose the following is required:&nbsp;<strong>(If your proposal does not comply with this, it will not be accepted).</strong></p>



<ol>
<li>A summary of a minimum of 200 words,&nbsp;<strong>with clear reference to&nbsp;</strong>(a) Introduction (b) Purpose of the paper (c) Methods or data sources, (or reasoning used in theoretical/philosophical papers) (d) Results, (e) Conclusions and extension</li>



<li>Title page with name(s) of author(s) and full contact information. E-mail address is especially important.</li>



<li>Submission by e-mail in Microsoft Word to the e-mail address below.</li>



<li>An indication whether the proposal is intended as a paper or as a poster presentation.</li>
</ol>



<p><strong>PROPOSALS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MARCH 10, 2023&nbsp;</strong>and should be sent to</p>



<p>Prof. J. Swanepoel –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:articles@sasae.co.za">swanepoeljw@ufs.ac.za&nbsp;</a>or SASAE Secretariat –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:secretariat@sasae.co.za">secretariat@sasae.co.za</a></p>



<p><strong>Presenters will be required to register for the conference and to PAY the conference registration fee. If the Registration Fee is not paid, you will not be allowed entrance into the conference to present, and the paper will not be published in the proceedings.</strong></p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>ENQUIRIES CAN BE DIRECTED TO:</strong></h5>



<ul>
<li>Mr Mark Anthony, Cell: 082 863 0799; Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:almanthony@gmail.com">almanthony@gmail.com</a></li>



<li>Mr Phumezile Garane, Cell: 084 404 2013; Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:phumezile.garane@kzndard.gov.za">garane@kzndard.gov.za</a></li>



<li>Dr Jan Swanepoel, Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:SwanepoelJW@ufs.ac.za">SwanepoelJW@ufs.ac.za</a></li>



<li>The SASAE Secretariat, Cell: 0829229224; Email:<a href="mailto:secretariat@sasae.co.za">secretariat@sasae.co.za</a></li>



<li>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>CONFERENCE VENUE</strong></p>



<p>The venue for the Conference will be: University of Zululand, Richards Bay Campus, KwaZulu Natal.</p>



<p><strong>ACCOMMODATION</strong></p>



<p>Accommodation for the conference period must be arranged by each delegate themselves at Hotels and Guest Houses in Richards Bay. Details of Guest Houses and Hotels will be on the SASAE Website late 2023.</p>



<p><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></p>



<p>Registration at the conference will start on the afternoon of 28<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;August 2023 and the Conference will start on 29 August at 09:00. It will end with the Gala Dinner on 31<sup>st</sup>&nbsp;August 2023, and everybody will depart the morning of 1<sup>st</sup>&nbsp;September 2023.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Registration fees</strong></td><td><strong>Members</strong></td><td><strong>Non-Members</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Early Registration – Paid before or on 30 June 2023</td><td>R5000.00</td><td>R5500.00</td></tr><tr><td>Late registration – Paid after 30 June 2023</td><td>R5500.00</td><td>R6000.00</td></tr><tr><td>Day Visit – Per Day (If you attend only one day)</td><td>R2000.00</td><td>R2000.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p>The conference registration fee covers: Conference proceedings, full conference facilities, all lunches, teas and coffees with pastries or biscuits, an informal braai (barbecue) and the gala dinner.</p>



<p><strong><u>PLEASE TAKE IMPORTANT NOTE:</u></strong></p>



<ul>
<li>Registrations for the conference will close strictly on the&nbsp;<strong>15<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;July 2023</strong>&nbsp;– No registration forms will be accepted after this</li>



<li>Payment for the conference needs to be made no later than the&nbsp;<strong>15<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;August 2023</strong>. If payment is not received, you will not be allowed entrance into the conference.</li>
</ul>



<p>For Departments:</p>



<ul>
<li>Orders will no longer be accepted for entrance into the conference; payment has to be paid and received in full by SASAE in order for the delegates to attend. No exceptions will be</li>



<li>Registration forms for each delegate needs to be sent to the Secretariat before the registration closing date. Adjustments on dietary requirements of delegates will not be made if the registrations forms are not received.</li>
</ul>



<p><strong><u>SASAE BANKING DETAILS</u></strong></p>



<p><strong>REGISTRATIONS CLOSED!</strong></p>



<p><strong>Please do not mail your payment to us. Deposit/EFT your payment into the SASAE Account</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>SASAE Account:</td><td>ABSA Bank</td></tr><tr><td>Account no:</td><td>540 810 257</td></tr><tr><td>Branch code:</td><td>334 334</td></tr><tr><td>EFT branch code:</td><td>632 005</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p>For payments made&nbsp;<strong>Outside of South African</strong>, the swift code is&nbsp;<strong>ABSA JJ ZA.</strong></p>



<p>Reference: Name and Surname or invoice number.</p>



<p>Deposit slips and proof of payments can be sent to the Secretariat at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:secretariat@sasae.co.za">secretariat@sasae.co.za</a></p>



<p><strong>You are only registered when we have received your registration form and proof of payment.</strong></p>



<p><strong>KEY DATES:</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Notice of acceptance: 7 June 2023</td><td>Registration on or before 15 July 2023.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
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“FACILITATION FOR DEVELOPMENT IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN THE NEW ERA (COVID-19 PANDEMIC)”<br />
ASHANTI ESTATE, SONSTRAAL ROAD, PAARL, WESTERN CAPE, 11 – 14 OCTOBER 2021</p>
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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">54TH CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION<br>“FACILITATION FOR DEVELOPMENT IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN THE NEW ERA (COVID-19 PANDEMIC)”<br><strong>ASHANTI ESTATE, SONSTRAAL ROAD, PAARL, WESTERN CAPE,&nbsp;</strong><strong>11 – 14 OCTOBER 2021</strong></h5>



<p><strong>PROCEEDINGS:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong><a href="https://sasae.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/SASAE-54th-Conference-Proceedings_2021.pdf">SASAE 54th Conference Proceedings_2021</a></strong></p>
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