Chemuniqué played a significant role in the Afrikaans television series “Veld tot Fees”, which recently aired on VIA TV and Netwerk24. The series, hosted by Anlie Hattingh, explored the Western Cape’s vibrant agricultural sector, tracing the journey from farming fields to the festive atmosphere of the NAMPO Kaap event, celebrating agriculture, lifestyle, community, and innovation.
NAMPO Kaap is a major agricultural event held in the Western Cape, serving as a regional extension of South Africa’s popular NAMPO Bothaville harvest festival. It brings together farmers, agricultural businesses, and innovators to showcase the latest advancements and products in the sector. NAMPO Kaap celebrates not only the hard work and dedication of the farming community but also emphasises lifestyle and collaboration, making it a pivotal occasion on the agricultural calendar for exchanging knowledge and fostering growth.
Chemuniqué’s participation in this series reflects our passion for farming and our commitment to sharing inspiring agricultural stories with a broad South African audience. Chemuniqué was involved in three key inserts within the series, each highlighting different facets of agriculture and community.
Dr Mariaan Viljoen’s feature
As the ruminant team lead at Chemuniqué, Dr Viljoen showcases how diverse backgrounds and qualifications all have a place in agriculture. Her enthusiasm for farming and the strong sense of community within the sector exemplify the motivating human stories behind the industry.
Dr Jasper Cloete’s segment
Known for his important role in sheep-shearing competitions and training local shearers, Dr Cloete’s insert celebrates South Africa’s world champion sheep shearers. This segment particularly emphasises Chemuniqué’s support for industry excellence and pride, highlighted by their ongoing support for the national sheep shearing team.
Dr Ilse Trautmann’s contribution
Dr Trautmann, deputy director general at the Western Cape Department of Agriculture, emphasises the power of research and communication to bridge the gap between farmers and consumers. Her involvement reflects Chemuniqué’s commitment to innovation, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration for a sustainable agricultural future.
“Veld tot Fees” not only underlines the significance of the Western Cape’s agricultural heritage but also aligns with Chemuniqué’s vision of promoting sustainable animal protein production and delivering nutritious food to communities across South Africa. Our partnership with this series highlights both our passion and practical contribution to the agricultural sector’s growth and development.