MPO - Milk Producers Organisation

18/04/2026

Dr. Justin Cohen: Keynote speaker at the SA Large Herds Conference 2026. Igniting the human advantage in an AI world.
Dr. Justin Cohen is a Hall of Fame Speaker, bestselling author, and world authority on human transformation. With a career spanning two decades and 40+ countries, Dr. Cohen applies cutting-edge psychology to deliver measurable results in leadership, sales, and organizational performance.

As a leading voice in the age of AI, he provides global organizations with the mental software updates needed to spark insight and drive action. He demonstrates his unique approach live on stage by literally interviewing AI, showing audiences how to harness technology to become better at being human.

Don’t miss his electrifying keynote: “WTF – What the Future!?”

15/04/2026

🌟 SA Large Herds Conference – Special offer for MPO members!

MPO members, don’t miss out! Register for the SA Large Herds Conference using your MPO membership number and enjoy an exclusive 15% discount.

📅 Offer valid until 19 April – secure your spot today!
For membership enquiries, please get in touch with Lorraine at 082 797 1444 or [email protected].
Let’s come together to share knowledge, strengthen our industry, and celebrate the future of dairy farming. 🐄

13/04/2026

The SA Large Herds Conference theme this year is the Evolution of Excellence, and we would like to dedicate it to our farmers and farmworkers in recognition of the immense challenges faced during the devastating FMD outbreak, and the efforts made by all to nurse and milk very sick cows.
To honour this spirit, we invite you to be part of our SA Large Herds Conference Heart of the Dairy campaign.

Evolution of Excellence – Heart of the Dairy campaign.
This year, we honour our farmers and farmworkers for their resilience during the FMD outbreak. Share your photos or short video clips that capture the teamwork, strength, and heart of your farm.
Your stories will be showcased at the Large Herds Conference in Zimbali, and one farm will win a hamper of shirts, caps, and goodies for all farmworkers – plus 3 free tickets to the conference!
📸🎥 Submit your entries and be part of celebrating the true heart of the dairy industry!
Entries can be mailed to: [email protected]. Closing date: 8 May 2026.

08/04/2026

MPO Member Discount – 15% discount
Valid until 19 April 2026
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, network, and grow alongside the best in the industry.
Register today:
🔗 https://bit.ly/46pt247

25/03/2026

The Milk Producers’ Organisation is proud to celebrate a valuable partnership with Clover South Africa and Standard Bank in support of the dairy industry.

Through this collaboration, we have secured a truck dedicated to assist in the distribution of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines - a critical step in protecting our national herd and supporting farmers during this challenging time.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Clover and Standard Bank for their commitment, partnership, and shared vision for a resilient and sustainable dairy sector.

Together, we are making a meaningful difference where it matters most.

“Stopping Foot and Mouth Disease, One Farm at a Time.”

11/03/2026

11/03/2026

We’re still mooooooving!

Western Cape:
Good news for farmers in the Western Cape: 100 000 FMD vaccine doses arrived at Cape Town International Airport last night, and vaccinations across the province continued this morning. The vaccines were urgently transported from Gauteng after the Shoprite South Africa stepped in and flew them to Cape Town using their company aircraft. MPO - Milk Producers Organisation Western Cape also assisted with coordinating the logistics to ensure the vaccines reached the province as quickly as possible.

A big thank you to Dairy Management Consulting, the Western Cape Government and everyone involved in making this rapid response possible. 🐄✈️

Eastern Cape:
A further 152 000 Dollvet FMD vaccine doses was released from OBP this morning for continued vaccination in the Eastern Cape. Dairy farmers are receiving 50 000 doses from this batch. These vaccines will be delivered to Vetserv in Port Elizabeth, from where they will be distributed to private veterinarians to support vaccination efforts in the province. 🐄💉

A huge thank you to Murray Versfeld from Waikato South Africa for sponsoring the courier costs of the vaccines from Onderstepoort to PE, enabling fast and secure delivery of much needed vaccines.

KwaZulu-Natal:
An Orange Grove Dairy truck was loaded with 140 boxes of FMD vaccines at OBP this morning. The shipment, containing 560 000 doses, is currently on its way to KwaZulu-Natal. Of these, 160 000 doses have been secured for the dairy industry and will be administered in three priority districts: uMgungundlovu, Amajuba and uMzinyathi, as part of ongoing efforts to support vaccination programmes and protect dairy herds. 🐄🚚

03/03/2026

And we are on the mooooove! 🐄🚛

This morning, our first trucks officially departed carrying 50 000 Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine doses to the Harry Gwala District Municipality, delivering critical vaccines to our trusted partner veterinary practices:
• EG Veterinary Services
• Underberg Vets
• Two Rivers Vets

This marks an important step in strengthening our collective response to FMD and supporting farmers on the ground where it matters most.

A sincere thank you to our valued sponsors, Orange Grove Dairy and FNB whose support has made this intervention possible.

Here’s to safe travels, efficient rollouts, and many more shipments to follow as we work together to protect our cattle and safeguard the sustainability of our livestock sector.

"Together, we will beat Foot and Mouth Disease"

17/02/2026

Registration is now officially open for the 13th Conference.

Join leading producers, industry experts, and stakeholders for a conference focused on innovation, sustainability, profitability, and the future of large herd operations in South Africa.

Take advantage of our exclusive discounts:

Early Bird Special – 10% discount for all delegates
Valid until 31 March 2026

MPO Member Discount – 15% discount
Valid until 19 April 2026

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, network, and grow alongside the best in the industry.

Register today:
🔗 https://bit.ly/46pt247

05/02/2026

Economic Insights on FMD Impact

The latest data from the Economic Desk, compiled by economist Jade Smith, highlights how Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreaks are reshaping the economic outlook for the South African sector and the effects are significant.

Read more:
https://www.africanfarming.com/2026/02/02/fmd-outbreaks-reshape-economic-outlook-for-south-africas-livestock-sector/

According to analysis released by the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP), the scale of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) infections recorded during 2025 has significantly altered earlier projections, shifting the livestock industry into what economists now describe as a high-disease-burden en...

02/02/2026

As we enter 2026, the dairy industry stands at a defining moment.
The past few years have tested our resilience, but they’ve also proven our ability to adapt.

The January issue of explores why precision resilience must now define our path forward: from regenerative grazing and data-led herd decisions to biosecurity, traceability, and verifiable sustainability metrics. Technology and environmental responsibility are no longer parallel conversations - they are converging.

For milk producers, this is the year where efficiency, trust, and evidence matter more than ever.

Read the January issue of here: https://bit.ly/4cbx6bM