It is important for the next generation of farmers to get involved in the auctioning scene \u2013 not only because of the income it provides, but also to gain knowledge and become part of the agriculture industry. By doing so they create a bright future for themselves and a sustainable agriculture industry.<\/em><\/p>\n

Seeing young farmers take part at auctions makes Allan Sinclair, auctioneer and managing director of Vleissentraal Bloemfontein, hopeful for the future of agriculture in South Africa.<\/p>\n

Auctions serve more than one important purpose for young up-and-coming farmers. \u201cObviously a farmer will come to an auction to market his stock so that he can generate an income for his farming operation,\u201d explains Sinclair. \u201cAnother reason would be to compare his animals with those of other farmers. That way he\u2019ll know whether his stock\u2019s quality and condition are good, and whether his animals are market-ready.\u201d<\/p>\n

He also points out that auctions are the ideal place for farmers to interact and exchange ideas. It is therefore among the best sources of knowledge for an emerging farmer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cOne more reason why they should come to auctions: it is a lot of fun!\u201d he says. \u201cYou can\u2019t believe the amount of money spent on stock at these events, but everybody has fun. You eat a hotdog, you buy a pancake and, in the process, you learn a lot about the industry as well.\u201d<\/p>\n

Thabo Dithakgwe, a 22-year-old livestock farmer from Nasi Ditha Farming close to the Botswana border in North West, confirms that learning from experienced farmers is an important part of his farming education. \u201cWith farming you really can\u2019t say you know everything, he explains. \u201cMentors are quite important to give you direction. They are there to assist you when you need help.\u201d He regularly takes his Bonsmara cattle to auction because he knows he will get good prices there.<\/p>\n

For Sinclair, seeing operations such as Dithakgwe\u2019s confirms his belief that the future of farming is bright. \u201cFarming comes from the heart,\u201d Sinclair adds. \u201cIf you love farming and you love cattle, the future will be excellent.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information, visit www.vleissentraal.co.za<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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