MEC Ivan Meyer Welcomes Commonwealth Agricultural leaders to Cape Town
MEC Ivan Meyer Welcomes Commonwealth Agricultural leaders to Cape Town Vuyelwa Thu, 11/05/2026 - 09:51 05 Nov 2026 Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Ivan Meyer, welcomed delegates from across the Commonwealth to Cape Town for the opening of the 31st Conference of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth (RASC) being held on 1-5 November 2026, describing the gathering as an important platform to strengthen global agricultural partnerships and advance innovation, sustainability and food security. Addressing delegates, including Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, President of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth, Sir Nicholas Bacon, Chairman of the RASC, and representatives from government, academia, agribusiness and farming communities, Minister Meyer highlighted the vital role agriculture plays in connecting people, economies and nations. “Agriculture has always been one of humanity's greatest connectors. It transcends borders, cultures and generations. It links producers to consumers, rural communities to global markets, and innovation to opportunity,” said Ivan Meyer. Minister Meyer said the Western Cape was honoure
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