WATCH | Doc Faffa turns 80!
Legendary veterinarian and good friend of the African Farming community, Dr Faffa Malan, is celebrating his 80th birthday today.
Day: 5 July 2025
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Established in 2020, African Farming aims to support black commercial farming in South Africa by providing informative and inspiring content and creating communication and education channels to help farmers develop and grow. Its initiatives include African Farming information days and workshops, which empower farmers – whether new or experienced – to build profitable and sustainable farming enterprises.