Lukhanyo NkombisaTransformation Manager

Mentorship

Extension

Institutional development /

social facilitation

Industry exposure

Grower representation

2010 – establishment of a forum for emerging growers

Purpose: To address industry issues specifically relevant to emerging growers

Representation: 15 representatives from citrus producing magisterial districts, elected by growers

The CGDC is represented on:CGA board of directorsVariety Focus GroupsCGA Logistics ForumCitrus Marketing Forum

• Meeting Chief of Staff for DRDLA Minister– Discussed inclusion of citrus projects in recap.– Agreed submission of data base to Minister.

• Transformation desk visits to 3 Provinces.• Two meetings with Director of DRDLA to:

– Assess progress.– Present paper on mentorship.

• CGDC to draft a proposal to assist with the administration of recapitalisation funding.

CGDC to draft a proposal to assist with the administration of recapitalisation funding

Transformation desk to develop a Master Plan for rural development and agrarian Transformation for Grower development