Packhouse Conference & CPD Event

The South African Institute of Agricultural Engineers Mpumalanga Two-Day Packhouse Conference & CPD Event

26 – 27 June 2025

Paradise Creek Lodge Events & Conferencing, Malelane

The South African Institute of Agricultural Engineers (SAIAE), in partnership with South Africa Tourism (SA Tourism), is honored and pleased to cordially invite you all to attend and be part of the upcoming 2025 SAIAE Mpumalanga Two-Day Packhouse Conference under the theme “Packhouse Excellence: Driving Agricultural Growth”.

The Packhouse Conference is to be held from the 26 to the 27 of June 2025 at the Paradise Creek Lodge Events & Conferencing in Malelane, Mpumalanga Province. The event will take place over two days and will comprise of presentations (08h00-12h00) covering various fields within Agricultural Engineering, in particular packhouses and Technical Tours (13h00-16h00)

The SAIAE Mpumalanga Two-Day Packhouse Conference will look to bring together industry experts, agricultural engineers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, showcase innovations and explore opportunities in packhouse technology and operations. The event aims to promote collaboration, drive growth, and enhance the competitiveness of the agricultural sector in Mpumalanga and beyond.

Event Details

  • Dates: June 26-27, 2025.
  • Time: 08h00-16h00 (both days).
  • CPD Points: 2 CPD points will be allocated.
  • Target Audience: Agricultural Engineers, Farmers,
  • Agricultural Economists, and Extension Officers.
  • Expected Attendance: Approximately 50 delegates.

Important Dates

  • Registration Period Opens: 26 May 2025
  • Conference Programme: 09 June 2025
  • Proof of Payment for Registrations: 23 June 2025
  • Conference Commences: 26 June 2025
  • Conference Closes: 27 June 2025

Conference Costs

Member Status
Single

Conference Fee
(excl. accommodation)
R 2 700.00

Paradise Creek Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 4 500.00

Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 4 500.00

Pestana Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 6 600.00

Member Status
Sharing

Conference Fee
(excl. accommodation)

Paradise Creek Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 4 000.00

Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)

Pestana Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 5 100.00

Non-Member Status
Single

Conference Fee
(excl. accommodation)
R 3 000.00

Paradise Creek Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 4 800.00

Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R4 800.00

Pestana Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 7 000.00

Non-Member Status
Sharing

Conference Fee
(excl. accommodation)

Paradise Creek Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 4 300.00

Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)

Pestana Kruger Lodge
(incl. accommodation)
R 5 500.00

Accommodation

The accommodations that will be available for delegates to select are the Paradise Creek Lodge (Main Conference venue), the Nkomazi Kruger Lodge and the Pestana Kruger Lodge. The accommodations offer single and sharing options. Please note that rooms are limited and the booking of accommodations will be at a first come-first serve basis.

Packhouse Conference Registration Form

Conference Registration Form

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The accommodations that will be available for delegates to select are the Paradise Creek Lodge (Main Conference venue), the Nkomazi Kruger Lodge and the Pestana Kruger Lodge. The accommodations offer single and sharing options. Please note that rooms are limited and the booking of accommodations will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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To complete registration, please complete the table below. Additional delegates to be included in the same booking invoice (submit separate forms if separate invoices are required):

Additional delegates to include in the same booking invoice

Terms & Conditions

  • Registration fees include Conference activities, accommodation, meals and Field visits.
  • PROOF OF PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY SAIAE BY 23 JUNE 2025.
  • No refunds will be paid if cancellations are received after 24 JUNE 2025.
  • Accommodation allocation is on a first-come, first-served basis as there is limited space at the main Conference accommodation. We encourage interested parties to book early.

PAYMENT (Registration will only be valid with full payment. Registration will be confirmed). Send completed registration form to senzo@saiae.co.za.

An invoice for the correct amount will be issued upon receipt of the registration form where after payment can be made and proof thereof submitted to the SAIAE office.