SC Agriculture, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning

Oudtshoorn Research Farm

Engagement with the Department of Agriculture on a number of issues that include the following:

1. The Smart Decision-Making Tool for the ostrich industry
2. The Department’s contribution to the breeding and keeping of ostriches.
3. The role of the Department in Avian influenza control and/or prevention as well as other risks
4. The contribution of the ostrich industry and why the Klein Karoo seems to be ideal for the Ostrich industry.
5. The Department’s role versus the expectations of the industry

Engagement with Cape Karoo International and other industry leaders on the slaughtering of ostriches; the markets for feathers, ostrich meat and leather (export and export markets); and the future of the industry

Debriefing / Resolutions