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EASTERN CAPE<\/strong> – Farmers and farm managers in the Patensie and Addo area will have the opportunity on 24 February (Patensie) and 25 February (Addo) to see first-hand how simple agricultural technology can reduce administration and improve decision-making at the AgriTech Solutions’ free mini-expo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The expo will be hosted at Die Grand (Patensie) and Addo Wildlife (Addo) and will focus on practical solutions that can be easily and realistically implemented on farms. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maydiene Peter, Business Development Manager at WorkLight, said, “Technology is no longer about big buzzwords; it’s about doing the same work in less time and with less hassle.” \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As technology plays an increasingly important role in the agricultural sector, local producers are following global trends by turning field data into faster, more effective decisions. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With improved network coverage in rural areas and more accessible solutions, farmers are increasingly adopting digital tools to manage resources more efficiently and boost productivity. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to expect at the mini-expo:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants will see how technology can add real value on the farm through the following talks and demonstrations: \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adagin Technologies will demonstrate what precision farming looks like in practice \u2013 from harvesting and packing to productivity management. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WorkLight will focus on technology that simplifies administration and frees up more time for productive work. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event is aimed at farmers, farm managers, human resources managers, financial managers, and other decision-makers in the Patensie area who want to use technology in a practical way to save time and resources. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mini-expo details:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The AgriTech Solutions mini-expos will take place on: \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Die Grand (Patensie) on 24 February from 08:30 – 13:00\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Addo Wildlife (Addo) on 25 February from 08:30 – 13:00\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Booking is essential, as only a limited number of tickets are available. Tickets can be booked via Quicket (search for “WorkLight AgriTech Addo or Patensie”), or contact Liesl Carstens on 082 301 8000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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