Boland College welcomed SA Agri Awards representative, Ms Ayanda Mnguni, to its Worcester Campus following the College’s achievement of being named the Top TVET or CET College in Agriculture at the SA Agri Awards in October 2026.
The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the College’s agricultural training facilities, highlight the practical learning experiences offered to students and celebrate the achievement through the official handover of the cash prize awarded to Boland College.
Accompanied by the HoD: Farming, Mr Vincent Uys, Ms Mnguni took a tour of the Worcester Campus facilities. The tour included the greenhouse, where she gained insight into the practical training and learning experiences students receive as part of their agricultural studies.
The College’s solar installation was also showcased, with Mr Uys explaining the additional short course available to students to further develop their knowledge and skills in this area. These opportunities demonstrate how the College’s training extends beyond traditional agricultural practices, equipping students with additional skills relevant to evolving industry needs.
One highlight of the visit was the opportunity for Ms Mnguni to engage directly with students enrolled in the Farming Management and Mechanisation programme. Through interviews with several students, she gained insight into their experiences, the knowledge they are acquiring and their aspirations within the agricultural sector.
It was particularly encouraging to hear how the programme is broadening students’ perspectives and nurturing an even greater passion for their chosen field of study. Their experiences reflect the value of an educational approach that goes beyond the transfer of knowledge, encouraging curiosity, practical application and an appreciation of the many opportunities within the agricultural industry.
The visit also included the official handover of the cash prize awarded to Boland College in recognition of its achievement as the Top TVET or CET College in Agriculture at the SA Agri Awards.
College Principal, Mr Charles Goodwin, welcomed the recognition and emphasised the importance of equipping students with relevant skills and knowledge to contribute to the agricultural sector.
“Being recognised as the leading TVET or CET college in Agriculture is a significant achievement for Boland College. It reinforces the importance of relevant, industry-responsive education and the role of TVET institutions in developing the skills needed to support South Africa’s agricultural sector.”
Boland College extends its sincere appreciation to the SA Agri Awards and Ms Mnguni for the visit, the recognition and the opportunity to showcase the work taking place at the Worcester Campus. The College remains committed to cultivating skills, embracing innovation and creating opportunities that contribute to the future of agriculture.
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