The Western Cape Minister of Agriculture’s unveiling of the department’s Western Cape Cannabis Framework and Implementation Plan (CanPlan) is expected to boost the momentum of the industry’s already blooming enterprize.
The CanPlan provides guidelines for establishing cannabis (medicinal cannabis) and hemp in the Western Cape and highlighted the significance of the Cape Winelands’ role in the industry’s national development.
By introduction, Minister Ivan Meyer said: “The CanPlan, which is aligned with the key objectives of the National Cannabis Master Plan, should contribute to economic development, job creation, rural development and poverty alleviation.”
According to the Western Cape Department of Agriculture’s Head, Dr Mogale Sebopetsa, the CanPlan identifies several agriculture-led initiatives.
Sebopetsa added that agriculture-led initiatives include establishing industry stakeholder coordination and information sharing. “The CanPlan further encourages research/ trials on suitable varieties, extension and production support services.”
