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Landbou vakke (Gr. 10, 11 en 12)

VEREENIGING GIMNASIUMRef: https://vgim.co.za/landbou-vakke/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document outlines the agricultural subjects offered at Vereeniging Gimnasium for Grades 10 to 12, including Landbou Bestuurspraktyk and Landbouwetenskap. It explains the school's focus on sustainable micro-farming, practical training using greenhouses and hydroponics, sheep farming, and collaboration with local farmers and Agri-Gauteng. The curriculum aims to address food security, land scarcity, and youth unemployment through hands-on agricultural education.

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practical training programmeClosing date not stated

Sheep Farming Practical Training

Learners are trained in sheep farming, including dosing, shearing, wool grading, and marketing of sheep products, as part of the school’s hands-on agricultural curriculum.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Participate in the agricultural programme at Vereeniging Gimnasium, which includes Dorpers sheep farming activities.
Closes
Closing date not stated in the source
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Verder het ons Dorperskape waar ons leerders leer van dosering, skeer, wolgradering, bemarking, ens. van skape.
educational partnershipOngoing

Collaboration with Local Farmers and Agri-Gauteng

Learners receive practical support and mentorship from local farmers and benefit from Vereeniging Gimnasium's affiliation with Agri-Gauteng, the only registered farmers’ association linked to a school.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Enrol in the agricultural curriculum at Vereeniging Gimnasium to participate in collaborative farming projects.
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Laastens maak ons van boere in die omgewing gebruik wat ons ‘n goeie ondersteuningstruktuur gee ten opsigte van die leerders se praktiese werk. Gimnasium is ook die enigste skool wat ‘n geregistreerde boerevereniging is en geaffilieer is by Agri-Gauteng.
practical training programmeClosing date not stated

Practical Agricultural Training via Greenhouse Farming

Learners engage in unique farming techniques such as using greenhouses with organic treatment and covering crops with straw to retain moisture, known as 'The blanket of God'. This training supports sustainable micro-farming practices.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Participate in the agricultural curriculum at Vereeniging Gimnasium, which includes greenhouse farming activities.
Closes
Closing date not stated in the source
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Ons het huidiglik dan ook ‘n tonnel waar ons van ‘n unieke boerdery tegniek gebruik wat ons na verwys as: ”The blanket of God”.
academic subjectOngoing

Landbou Bestuurspraktyk (Gr. 10, 11 en 12)

This subject focuses on the general management of a farm and its surrounding environment, including financial planning, livestock production, pasture management, and farm operations. Learners gain practical experience in running a farm using modern techniques.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Enrol in Grade 10 at Vereeniging Gimnasium to access this subject.
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By Gimnasium bied ons Landbou-bestuurspraktyk en Landbouwetenskap as vakke aan,
practical training programmeClosing date not stated

Hydroponics Training (in development)

A second greenhouse is being planned to implement scientific hydroponic farming methods, allowing learners to explore soil-less cultivation techniques.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Join the agricultural programme at Vereeniging Gimnasium when the hydroponics facility becomes operational.
Closes
Closing date not stated in the source
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‘n Tweede tonnel is in beplanning waar ons wil gebruik maak van die wetenskaplike metodes van hidro-ponika.
academic subjectOngoing

Landbouwetenskap (Gr. 10, 11 en 12)

This subject covers the scientific approach to farming, including soil science, crop selection, fertilizers, and animal production. It includes practical research and analysis of soil and seeds through collaboration with institutions.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 10 to 12 at Vereeniging Gimnasium
How to act on it
Enrol in Grade 10 at Vereeniging Gimnasium to access this subject.
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By Gimnasium bied ons Landbou-bestuurspraktyk en Landbouwetenskap as vakke aan,

Facts

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Gauteng

Reference

https://vgim.co.za/landbou-vakke/

Key Takeaways

  • Grades 10-12
  • Landbou Bestuurspraktyk
  • Landbouwetenskap
  • Greenhouse farming
  • Hydroponics
  • Sheep farming
  • Agri-Gauteng
  • Vereeniging Gimnasium
  • De Villierslaan, Vereeniging, 1939
  • Vereeniging Gimnasium
  • Agri-Gauteng
  • De Villierslaan, Vereeniging, 1939