Departmental spokesperson, Zimasa Leputla, tells OFM News that the DA’s statement lacks facts and accuracy. She says for the DA to be using Covid-19 to mislead people is insensitive. She maintains that the department is committed to assist the beneficiaries of the Vrede Dairy Project.

The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will make a generous donation of 10 bulls to young farmers across the province in commemoration of Youth Month. Agriculture MEC, Desbo Mohono, says that these bulls will be awarded to young farmers who have displayed commitment and perseverance to their livestock. Speaking at the Youth and Harvest Day commemoration, Mohono encouraged young people in the province to embrace agriculture. She further indicated that the department has countless opportunities and that young people should make use of the resources available.

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VKB has joined hands with Headstart Kids and other stakeholders to ensure that vulnerable kids are supported. According to VKB marketing manager, Susan Roberts, they are pleased to collaborate with the Headstart Kids programme, which is aimed at improving children's well-being for the first five years of their childhood stage. She further states that VKB Milling is aimed at providing micronutrients into the programme that is headed by Headstart Kids. She adds that every project is important and that every adult can make a difference in a child’s life. VKB Flour Mills will be donating 500 loaves of bread per week for a year, says Roberts.

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