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slide1. UPDATE ON THE IMPACT OF DROUGHT ON THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR AND IMPLEMENTATION OF DROUGHT RELIEF AND OUTBREAK OF BROWN LOCUST Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development 06 November 2020<br>
slide2. PRESENTATION LAYOUT Abbreviations
Introduction
Provinces affected and the extent of drought on affected provinces
Drought relief allocation for 2020/21
Drought relief funding national intervention
Provincial funding allocation
Criteria used by provinces for disbursement
Other interventions to assist farmers affected by drought
Challenges
Conclusion<br>
slide3. ABBREVIATIONS NAC- National Agrometeorological Committee
NDMC- National Disaster management Centre
DRR- Disaster Risk Reduction
CoGTA - Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs
LSU – Large Stock Unit<br>
slide4. INTRODUCTION South Africa has been battling with one of the worst droughts ever recorded that started during 2013/14 hydrological year.
Its effect on the country’s economy and agriculture sector in particular have been severe, pushing food prices up due to crippled key crops, like maize.
In addition, drought has had adverse effects on the financial position of the farmers and other organizations that are linked to and do business with farmers such as financial institutions and insurance companies‚ inputs and machinery suppliers‚ government as well as consumers at large.
Consequently‚ negative effects on economic growth and increased pressure on the fiscus were experienced.<br>
slide5. INTRODUCTION (CONTINUED) Though the country received some rains in some areas, provinces such as Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape still have some areas that have not improved much.
As such, the Minister of CoGTA declared the state of national drought disaster in February 2020.
An amount of R138,5m was allocated to seven provinces through the National Disaster Management Centre to address the adverse impacts of drought.
The provinces are currently implementing projects and are expected to complete by the end of the year 2020.<br>
slide6. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES EASTERN CAPE
The areas affected by extreme drought in the EC included: Amatole, Sarah Baartman , Chris Hani and Joe Gqabi.
The drought across the province impacts livestock and crop production and water supply for both animals and household use.
The projected financial losses to accrue from livestock production is conservatively calculated to be a value of R 6.4 billion, from lost productivity and lost income during the 3-year herd recovery period.
The total number of farmers affected are 7 105, that comprise 5 796 subsistence farmers, 802 smallholder farmers and 507 commercial farmers.
The province had indicated a need for R 643 million to be able to recover from the severe impact of drought.<br>
slide7. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTHERN CAPE
The western parts of the province were severely affected especially the winter rainfall areas due to below normal rainfall during the previous winter season.
The summer rainfall areas received some rainfall, however, it was outside the growth period.
The severely affected districts include Namakwa, some parts of Pixley ka Seme and ZF Mgcawu.
The province indicated the need for over R600 m; however, only R35,6m was allocated
This implies that it may take longer period for the province to recover from agricultural drought unless disaster risk reduction measures are implemented.<br>
slide8. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTHERN CAPE (CONTINUED)
Other districts were also affected but not categorized as severe or critical.
Drought still persists across the province, however, Crop farmers are in the production cycle of wheat and Lucerne.
By end of September, some areas were preparing land to plant maize at the beginning of the summer season.
The province is also inundated by alien tree species which consumes a lot of water.<br>
slide9. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES WESTERN CAPE
Central Karoo and Northern parts of West Coast were severely affected
Most hard-hit are the livestock farmers in Central Karoo, West Coast, little Karoo and Overberg districts
High meat prices were experienced affecting not only the producers but also the consumers
Limited grazing and fodder production is being experienced especially in Central Karoo and West Coast.
1740 farmers (commercial and small-scale) are in need of fodder and currently receiving some assistance.
The province had indicated a need for R136m to be able to support 30 000 LSUs affected over a period of six months, however, due to limited funds, only R25 m was allocated for the current financial year.<br>
slide10. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES MPUMALANGA
12680 farmers were affected by the time of the assessment with a total of 277 000 cattle and 17 000 small stock.
Most of the affected farmers were those in communal or land reform projects practicing monoculture.
The dry conditions over the north eastern and south eastern parts of the province are intensifying
The province expressed the overall need of R400m to recover from the adverse impacts of drought; however due to limited resource, the department could not allocate that amount.<br>
slide11. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES MPUMALANGA (CONTINUED)
The NAC report for September indicated below normal rainfall was received.
Crops are in good condition while harvesting is continuing.
The veld and livestock condition ranges from good to poor in different districts.
The veld condition is reasonable and poor in other areas.
The average level of major dams has slightly increased compared to last year same time.<br>
slide12. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES LIMPOPO
The province reported to have received below normal rainfall.
Poor grazing conditions have been observed in the communal areas and in areas that did not receive enough rains in the previous summer and are still very dry.
These include Vhembe, Mopani and Capricorn
The province supported farmers with fodder in the previous financial year and currently implementing borehole drilling and equipping.
The condition of livestock ranges from reasonable to poor.
Farmers utilizing irrigation are harvesting winter crops for local markets, while dry land farmers have harvested winter grains.
Other districts are still in the process of harvesting late winter grain.
Veld fire was reported in Mopani District that resulted in the death of livestock and destroyed grazing land.<br>
slide13. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES FREE STATE
Below normal rainfall was received.
Conditions have improved slightly in the central and western parts of the province.
Water restrictions remain in place in most municipalities.
The veld is in poor condition while livestock remains in reasonable condition.
However, most farmers are still supplementing their herds until the veld has fully recovered.
There were reports of veld fires in various districts which has affected grazing.
The average level of major dams has decreased as compared to the previous year during the same period<br>
slide14. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES KWAZULU NATAL
Very dry conditions were experienced over most parts of the province.
The drought monitor for August indicates that King Cetshwayo and Ugu Districts remain at minor drought status, with the remainder of the province deteriorating to severe drought status.
Winter season pastures are not exhibiting significant growth and irrigation is being used to keep them alive.
Supplementation with licks, hay and silages is ongoing.
Winter crops (wheat) in Uthukela District were planted later than normal, even where centre pivot irrigation is used.
Livestock condition ranges from good, fair to poor.
Veld and vegetation condition has been below normal in most areas.
There have been reports of veld fires in some areas.
The average level of major dams has decreased as compared to the previous year<br>
slide15. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTH WEST
Ngaka Modiri Molema and Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati districts are the most affected, through a significant improvement can be observed.
The September report indicated that below normal rainfall was received.
The veld and livestock conditions ranged from reasonable to poor.
GAUTENG
Gauteng was not among the most affected provinces, however measures must be put in place to ensure resilience to drought.<br>
slide16. DROUGHT RELIEF INTERVENTION 2021 In March 2020, the Country declared a national state of drought disaster, and an amount of R138.5m was made available through the NDMC to the affected provinces.
In addition, some provinces have put measures in place for risk reduction as outlined in the slides below.
The department continuously encourages provinces to set aside budget for disaster risk reduction as required by the disaster Management framework.<br>
slide17. DROUGHT RELIEF FUNDING NATIONAL INTERVENTION – 2021<br>
slide18. DROUGHT RELIEF FUNDING NATIONAL INTERVENTION - 2021 (CONTINUED)<br>
slide19. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide20. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide21. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide22. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide23. CRITERIA USED BY PROVINCES FOR DISBURSEMENT Provinces do not directly disburse funds to farmers but procure on behalf of farmers.
Northern Cape and Western Cape use a voucher system to provide fodder to farmers.
Priority is given to farmers who do not have resources to cope with a disaster without assistance.
Farmers apply for assistance through a process determined by each province.
Farmers must however demonstrate that they have applied risk reduction measures to try and mitigate the adverse impacts of drought.<br>
slide24. OTHER INTERVENTIONS TO ASSIST FARMERS AFFECTED BY DROUGHT Early Warning System (EWS) - Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management Information System developed for dissemination of early warnings
Drilling and equipping of boreholes
Public awareness and training
Research-- crop suitability and biogas digesters for mitigation and adaptation of climate change.
Climate Smart Agriculture
Coping strategy booklets-- drought, floods, veld fires, extreme temperatures(cold spells and heat waves) and Migratory Pests.
Fodder production (fodder bank project)
Eradication of weed and alien species
Allocation of drought relief through provincial equitable share<br>
slide25. CHALLENGES Recurring impact of drought in the cape provinces due to constant dryness
Insufficient funding for DRR
Lack of maintenance of infrastructure
Mismanagement of natural resources
Dependence of farmers on government
No enough funding for post disaster<br>
slide26. CONCLUSION Natural disasters including drought are continuing to threaten the livelihood of the farming communities and the sector at large.
As such, the sector has adopted a proactive approach to disaster management based on the following priority areas:
Establishing integrated institutional capacity and support at all levels of government.
Increasing awareness and preparedness on impending disasters.
Reducing disaster risks through appropriate research plans.
Developing risk reduction and mitigation plans.
Establishing and implementing response, recovery and rehabilitation programmes.
Implementing education, training and communication plans.
implementing an effective early warning system and improving information dissemination<br>
slide27. Status report on the outbreak of brown locust (Locustana pardalina) in RSA<br>
slide28. CONTENTS Introduction
Locust Control System
Outbreak Report
Extent and impact on crops and grazing land
Challenges
Conclusion<br>
slide29. INTRODUCTION Department controls locust outbreaks in terms of the Agricultural Pest Act,1983 (Act 36 of 1983).
There are four declared locust species in South Africa; namely, African Migratory Locust, Brown Locust , Red Locust and Southern African Desert Locust.
The endemic outbreak area of the brown locust is the Karoo which covers mostly the Northern Cape and parts of Eastern Cape and Western Cape Provinces.
The department has insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps in stores in both De Aar and Upington Depot as a contingency measure to deal with the outbreak of locust when it occurs.
The department appoints locust control contractors in the endemic areas who are activated to control the outbreak when it occurs.<br>
slide30. LOCUST CONTROL SYSTEM The department controls locust in terms of Agricultural Pests Act,1983( Act No 36 of 1983)
Land users and members of the public report the outbreak of locust to the nearest offices of the department as stipulated by Act 36 of 1983.
The department purchases insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps and keep them in stores for control of locust once there is an outbreak.
The department liaise with Organized Agriculture to nominate the people to be trained and appointed as locust control officers from each district in outbreak prone areas.
The appointed locust control officers are provided with insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps when there is outbreak in their area and then activated to control it.
After the control operation , the locust control officers are reimbursed for the days they controlled and the kilometres travelled during control.
The funds for control are sourced from reprioritisation within the department and if not enough are requested from National Treasury as unforeseen and unavoidable expenses.<br>
slide31. OUTBREAK REPORT The outbreak started on the south western part of the Northern Cape Province in Richmond.
The first report was in January 2020 after the 8 year period of dormancy since 2012.
The outbreak ended in July during winter season.
The second outbreak started from the second week of September 2020 following the rain received in the last week of August 2020 in the affected areas. This is the second generation of the locust after the outbreak, which was experienced from January to July 2020.
Currently the outbreak has affected Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and Western Cape grazing land and is being controlled.
There is no infestation on crop lands at this stage.<br>
slide32. EXTENT AND IMPACT ON CROPS AND GRAZING LAND<br>
slide33. CHALLENGES Unoccupied farms with no immediate report of the outbreak
Late identification and reporting of the outbreak from the farm owners who own larger areas of land<br>
slide34. CONCLUSION The current locust outbreak is under control
DALRRD will continue monitoring and controlling the Locust outbreak in these provinces<br>
slide35. Thank you<br>
slide2. PRESENTATION LAYOUT Abbreviations
Introduction
Provinces affected and the extent of drought on affected provinces
Drought relief allocation for 2020/21
Drought relief funding national intervention
Provincial funding allocation
Criteria used by provinces for disbursement
Other interventions to assist farmers affected by drought
Challenges
Conclusion<br>
slide3. ABBREVIATIONS NAC- National Agrometeorological Committee
NDMC- National Disaster management Centre
DRR- Disaster Risk Reduction
CoGTA - Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs
LSU – Large Stock Unit<br>
slide4. INTRODUCTION South Africa has been battling with one of the worst droughts ever recorded that started during 2013/14 hydrological year.
Its effect on the country’s economy and agriculture sector in particular have been severe, pushing food prices up due to crippled key crops, like maize.
In addition, drought has had adverse effects on the financial position of the farmers and other organizations that are linked to and do business with farmers such as financial institutions and insurance companies‚ inputs and machinery suppliers‚ government as well as consumers at large.
Consequently‚ negative effects on economic growth and increased pressure on the fiscus were experienced.<br>
slide5. INTRODUCTION (CONTINUED) Though the country received some rains in some areas, provinces such as Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape still have some areas that have not improved much.
As such, the Minister of CoGTA declared the state of national drought disaster in February 2020.
An amount of R138,5m was allocated to seven provinces through the National Disaster Management Centre to address the adverse impacts of drought.
The provinces are currently implementing projects and are expected to complete by the end of the year 2020.<br>
slide6. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES EASTERN CAPE
The areas affected by extreme drought in the EC included: Amatole, Sarah Baartman , Chris Hani and Joe Gqabi.
The drought across the province impacts livestock and crop production and water supply for both animals and household use.
The projected financial losses to accrue from livestock production is conservatively calculated to be a value of R 6.4 billion, from lost productivity and lost income during the 3-year herd recovery period.
The total number of farmers affected are 7 105, that comprise 5 796 subsistence farmers, 802 smallholder farmers and 507 commercial farmers.
The province had indicated a need for R 643 million to be able to recover from the severe impact of drought.<br>
slide7. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTHERN CAPE
The western parts of the province were severely affected especially the winter rainfall areas due to below normal rainfall during the previous winter season.
The summer rainfall areas received some rainfall, however, it was outside the growth period.
The severely affected districts include Namakwa, some parts of Pixley ka Seme and ZF Mgcawu.
The province indicated the need for over R600 m; however, only R35,6m was allocated
This implies that it may take longer period for the province to recover from agricultural drought unless disaster risk reduction measures are implemented.<br>
slide8. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTHERN CAPE (CONTINUED)
Other districts were also affected but not categorized as severe or critical.
Drought still persists across the province, however, Crop farmers are in the production cycle of wheat and Lucerne.
By end of September, some areas were preparing land to plant maize at the beginning of the summer season.
The province is also inundated by alien tree species which consumes a lot of water.<br>
slide9. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES WESTERN CAPE
Central Karoo and Northern parts of West Coast were severely affected
Most hard-hit are the livestock farmers in Central Karoo, West Coast, little Karoo and Overberg districts
High meat prices were experienced affecting not only the producers but also the consumers
Limited grazing and fodder production is being experienced especially in Central Karoo and West Coast.
1740 farmers (commercial and small-scale) are in need of fodder and currently receiving some assistance.
The province had indicated a need for R136m to be able to support 30 000 LSUs affected over a period of six months, however, due to limited funds, only R25 m was allocated for the current financial year.<br>
slide10. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES MPUMALANGA
12680 farmers were affected by the time of the assessment with a total of 277 000 cattle and 17 000 small stock.
Most of the affected farmers were those in communal or land reform projects practicing monoculture.
The dry conditions over the north eastern and south eastern parts of the province are intensifying
The province expressed the overall need of R400m to recover from the adverse impacts of drought; however due to limited resource, the department could not allocate that amount.<br>
slide11. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES MPUMALANGA (CONTINUED)
The NAC report for September indicated below normal rainfall was received.
Crops are in good condition while harvesting is continuing.
The veld and livestock condition ranges from good to poor in different districts.
The veld condition is reasonable and poor in other areas.
The average level of major dams has slightly increased compared to last year same time.<br>
slide12. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES LIMPOPO
The province reported to have received below normal rainfall.
Poor grazing conditions have been observed in the communal areas and in areas that did not receive enough rains in the previous summer and are still very dry.
These include Vhembe, Mopani and Capricorn
The province supported farmers with fodder in the previous financial year and currently implementing borehole drilling and equipping.
The condition of livestock ranges from reasonable to poor.
Farmers utilizing irrigation are harvesting winter crops for local markets, while dry land farmers have harvested winter grains.
Other districts are still in the process of harvesting late winter grain.
Veld fire was reported in Mopani District that resulted in the death of livestock and destroyed grazing land.<br>
slide13. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES FREE STATE
Below normal rainfall was received.
Conditions have improved slightly in the central and western parts of the province.
Water restrictions remain in place in most municipalities.
The veld is in poor condition while livestock remains in reasonable condition.
However, most farmers are still supplementing their herds until the veld has fully recovered.
There were reports of veld fires in various districts which has affected grazing.
The average level of major dams has decreased as compared to the previous year during the same period<br>
slide14. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES KWAZULU NATAL
Very dry conditions were experienced over most parts of the province.
The drought monitor for August indicates that King Cetshwayo and Ugu Districts remain at minor drought status, with the remainder of the province deteriorating to severe drought status.
Winter season pastures are not exhibiting significant growth and irrigation is being used to keep them alive.
Supplementation with licks, hay and silages is ongoing.
Winter crops (wheat) in Uthukela District were planted later than normal, even where centre pivot irrigation is used.
Livestock condition ranges from good, fair to poor.
Veld and vegetation condition has been below normal in most areas.
There have been reports of veld fires in some areas.
The average level of major dams has decreased as compared to the previous year<br>
slide15. PROVINCES AFFECTED AND THE EXTENT OF DROUGHT ON AFFECTED PROVINCES NORTH WEST
Ngaka Modiri Molema and Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati districts are the most affected, through a significant improvement can be observed.
The September report indicated that below normal rainfall was received.
The veld and livestock conditions ranged from reasonable to poor.
GAUTENG
Gauteng was not among the most affected provinces, however measures must be put in place to ensure resilience to drought.<br>
slide16. DROUGHT RELIEF INTERVENTION 2021 In March 2020, the Country declared a national state of drought disaster, and an amount of R138.5m was made available through the NDMC to the affected provinces.
In addition, some provinces have put measures in place for risk reduction as outlined in the slides below.
The department continuously encourages provinces to set aside budget for disaster risk reduction as required by the disaster Management framework.<br>
slide17. DROUGHT RELIEF FUNDING NATIONAL INTERVENTION – 2021<br>
slide18. DROUGHT RELIEF FUNDING NATIONAL INTERVENTION - 2021 (CONTINUED)<br>
slide19. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide20. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide21. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide22. PROVINCIAL FUNDING ALLOCATIONS - 2021<br>
slide23. CRITERIA USED BY PROVINCES FOR DISBURSEMENT Provinces do not directly disburse funds to farmers but procure on behalf of farmers.
Northern Cape and Western Cape use a voucher system to provide fodder to farmers.
Priority is given to farmers who do not have resources to cope with a disaster without assistance.
Farmers apply for assistance through a process determined by each province.
Farmers must however demonstrate that they have applied risk reduction measures to try and mitigate the adverse impacts of drought.<br>
slide24. OTHER INTERVENTIONS TO ASSIST FARMERS AFFECTED BY DROUGHT Early Warning System (EWS) - Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management Information System developed for dissemination of early warnings
Drilling and equipping of boreholes
Public awareness and training
Research-- crop suitability and biogas digesters for mitigation and adaptation of climate change.
Climate Smart Agriculture
Coping strategy booklets-- drought, floods, veld fires, extreme temperatures(cold spells and heat waves) and Migratory Pests.
Fodder production (fodder bank project)
Eradication of weed and alien species
Allocation of drought relief through provincial equitable share<br>
slide25. CHALLENGES Recurring impact of drought in the cape provinces due to constant dryness
Insufficient funding for DRR
Lack of maintenance of infrastructure
Mismanagement of natural resources
Dependence of farmers on government
No enough funding for post disaster<br>
slide26. CONCLUSION Natural disasters including drought are continuing to threaten the livelihood of the farming communities and the sector at large.
As such, the sector has adopted a proactive approach to disaster management based on the following priority areas:
Establishing integrated institutional capacity and support at all levels of government.
Increasing awareness and preparedness on impending disasters.
Reducing disaster risks through appropriate research plans.
Developing risk reduction and mitigation plans.
Establishing and implementing response, recovery and rehabilitation programmes.
Implementing education, training and communication plans.
implementing an effective early warning system and improving information dissemination<br>
slide27. Status report on the outbreak of brown locust (Locustana pardalina) in RSA<br>
slide28. CONTENTS Introduction
Locust Control System
Outbreak Report
Extent and impact on crops and grazing land
Challenges
Conclusion<br>
slide29. INTRODUCTION Department controls locust outbreaks in terms of the Agricultural Pest Act,1983 (Act 36 of 1983).
There are four declared locust species in South Africa; namely, African Migratory Locust, Brown Locust , Red Locust and Southern African Desert Locust.
The endemic outbreak area of the brown locust is the Karoo which covers mostly the Northern Cape and parts of Eastern Cape and Western Cape Provinces.
The department has insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps in stores in both De Aar and Upington Depot as a contingency measure to deal with the outbreak of locust when it occurs.
The department appoints locust control contractors in the endemic areas who are activated to control the outbreak when it occurs.<br>
slide30. LOCUST CONTROL SYSTEM The department controls locust in terms of Agricultural Pests Act,1983( Act No 36 of 1983)
Land users and members of the public report the outbreak of locust to the nearest offices of the department as stipulated by Act 36 of 1983.
The department purchases insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps and keep them in stores for control of locust once there is an outbreak.
The department liaise with Organized Agriculture to nominate the people to be trained and appointed as locust control officers from each district in outbreak prone areas.
The appointed locust control officers are provided with insecticides, protective clothing and spray pumps when there is outbreak in their area and then activated to control it.
After the control operation , the locust control officers are reimbursed for the days they controlled and the kilometres travelled during control.
The funds for control are sourced from reprioritisation within the department and if not enough are requested from National Treasury as unforeseen and unavoidable expenses.<br>
slide31. OUTBREAK REPORT The outbreak started on the south western part of the Northern Cape Province in Richmond.
The first report was in January 2020 after the 8 year period of dormancy since 2012.
The outbreak ended in July during winter season.
The second outbreak started from the second week of September 2020 following the rain received in the last week of August 2020 in the affected areas. This is the second generation of the locust after the outbreak, which was experienced from January to July 2020.
Currently the outbreak has affected Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and Western Cape grazing land and is being controlled.
There is no infestation on crop lands at this stage.<br>
slide32. EXTENT AND IMPACT ON CROPS AND GRAZING LAND<br>
slide33. CHALLENGES Unoccupied farms with no immediate report of the outbreak
Late identification and reporting of the outbreak from the farm owners who own larger areas of land<br>
slide34. CONCLUSION The current locust outbreak is under control
DALRRD will continue monitoring and controlling the Locust outbreak in these provinces<br>
slide35. Thank you<br>