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ARC URGES FARMERS TO PROTECT LIVESTOCK AS SEVERE WINTER WEATHER HITS SOUTH AFRICA

Agricultural Research CouncilRef: https://www.arc.agric.za/MEDIA%20STATEMENT/ARC%20URGES%20FARMERS%20TO%20PROTECT%20LIVESTOCK%20AS%20SEVERE%20WINTER%20WEATHER%20HITS%20SOUTH%20AFRICA.pdf

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Source domain: arc.agric.za

Collected on 22 August 2026

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What this means

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) has issued a media statement urging farmers and livestock producers across South Africa to take immediate action to protect their animals from severe winter weather, including snow, flooding, and extreme cold. The ARC advises providing shelter, ensuring access to feed and water, monitoring animal health, and staying informed through weather forecasts and early warning systems. The message emphasizes preparedness as key to minimizing livestock losses and sustaining farm productivity.

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Practical farming tips for protecting livestock during severe winter weather

Farmers can access practical advice from the Agricultural Research Council on how to safeguard their livestock during extreme winter conditions such as snow, heavy rain, cold, and strong winds. This includes ensuring shelter, feed, water, and regular health checks.

Who it is for: farmers and livestock producers across South Africa
How to act on it: Follow the ARC on social media for updates and practical tips

The document's recorded date is 13 August 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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For more practical farming tips, follow the ARC on social media.

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Reference

https://www.arc.agric.za/MEDIA%20STATEMENT/ARC%20URGES%20FARMERS%20TO%20PROTECT%20LIVESTOCK%20AS%20SEVERE%20WINTER%20WEATHER%20HITS%20SOUTH%20AFRICA.pdf

Key Takeaways

13 August 2026
severe winter weather
South Africa
livestock protection
Agricultural Research Council
Dr Litha Magingxa
Ms Joy Peter
0829900407
peterj@arc.agric.za
www.arc.agric.za
Agricultural Research Council
South African Weather Service (SAWS)
Dr Litha Magingxa
Ms Joy Peter
ARC Marketing and Communications