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GEORGE NEWS & VIDEOS - Western Cape Minister of Agriculture Dr Ivan Meyer was impressed with the research done at the Outeniqua Research Farm during an oversight visit this morning, Monday 7 September.
After viewing some dairy cow pasture trials and taking a tour of the revamped dairy parlour, Meyer said the research farm is a world-class dairy facility where evidence-based science is conducted.
Data is collected on a daily basis and translated into information for dairy farmers to support them in their management choices. "This research makes a productive contribution to the agricultural performance in the Western Cape."
Specialist scientist at the research farm, Prof Robin Meeske, said dairy is a major industry in the region and has grown significantly over the years as milk production has moved towards the coastal strip.
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Researcher Sigrun Ammann gave a short overview of their pasture research that provides scientifically based information to dairy farmers.
Calves on the research farm where 360 cows are milked.
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