Pre Conference Tour
Thursday 29 – Saturday 31 October 2026
This tour is planned and organised by the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth (RASC) And Agri-Expo, host of the 31st Conference.
Stellies – Your home away from home
South Africa’s second oldest town and most inspiring wine, food, art and cultural destination will be your home for four nights. Stellenbosch is also known as Stellies or Eikestad (Oak town), and represents 200+ wine and grape producers.
Make this a visit to remember!
This once-in-a-lifetime journey will open your eyes and mind, taking you behind the scenes of farming operations, connecting you with award-winning farmers and showcasing the agricultural richness of South Africa & the Western Cape.
Stay @ Protea Hotel by Marriott
- Ideally situated in the heart of the Winelands
- Panoramic mountain and vineyard views
- Air-conditioned rooms & two swimming pools
A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE
Elsenburg – Since 1898
- Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute – Home to the Western Cape Department of Agriculture
Boland Landbou (Windmeul, Paarl)
- Boland Agricultural High School – Where the foundation is laid – known as Boland Landbou (build the land = agriculture)
- Lunch at the Agri-Expo Outdoor Centre and Boland Nature Reserve
Boschendal
- A visit to the 2025 Western Cape Agri Worker of the Year, Shannon Robertson, Assistant Livestock Manager at Boschendal Wine Estate in Simondium
A WEST COAST EXPERIENCE
Generations Of Serving Agriculture
- Klipheuwel Farm – The Blanckenbergs
Genetics Above The Rest
- Locheim Stud – Philip and Cora de Waal
Lunch With The Show Committee
- Lunch at the Swartland Showgrounds with the Show Committee
Agricultural Heritage
- Moorreesburg Wheat Museum – The evolution of the wheat industry
From Milk To Wine And More
- Groote Post upon the Darling Hills – The Pentz Family
THINKING OUT OF THE BOX
From Sussex To Citrus
- The Stofberg Family of Rawsonville – Some of the best Sussex genetics on African soil and a vibrant citrus operation
Nuts About Agri
- ButtaNutt, Paarl – A story of resilience and entrepreneurial skills
Work The Land, Own The Brand
- Lunch in Wellington at Diemersfontein / Thokozani Wines with Denise Stubbs (thokazani = a celebration of people, passion & place)
Diere & Tiere At Vredenheim
- Vredenheim Estate – Home of THE BIG CAT PARK, pedigree stud Angus and awardwinning wines (diere=animals, tiere=tigers)
Programme subject to change
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Exclusive tour = limited space!