African Farming hosted a group of farmers from the Free State and North West at the 2025 Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz, Free State. The event was organised by Landbouweekblad, our sister publication, and the Riemland Study Group.
The conference addressed several pressing challenges facing farmers today, including unpredictable weather patterns, rising input costs, water shortages and declining soil fertility. The focus was on sustainable agriculture, teaching farmers how to work in harmony with nature to build resilient and profitable farming systems.
African Farming host farmers at Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz WATCH | Intercropping gives you a ‘double-storey’ farmAfrican Farming host farmers at Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz WATCH | Intercropping gives you a ‘double-storey’ farmAfrican Farming host farmers at Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz WATCH | Intercropping gives you a ‘double-storey’ farmFarmers observed high-density grazing in action on Danie Slabbert’s farm, where chickens, sheep and cattle play a vital role in soil regeneration.
Participants gained a deeper understanding of how ecological processes interconnect to support sustainable farming. By adopting these methods, farmers can improve efficiency while reducing costs.
Additionally, they had the opportunity to learn from experienced farmers and experts who implement environmentally friendly practices, gaining practical insights into enhancing natural resources while maintaining profitability.
African Farming host farmers at Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz WATCH | Intercropping gives you a ‘double-storey’ farmAfrican Farming host farmers at Regenerative Agriculture Conference in Reitz WATCH | Intercropping gives you a ‘double-storey’ farmLEFT: A group of farmers from the Thaba ’Nchu area attended the two-day conference in Reitz. RIGHT:Landbouweekblad editor-in-chief Chris Burgess led farmers on a tour of the abattoir on host Danie Slabbert’s farm.
Farmers from Phokeng, Rustenburg, were also among the conference attendees.
