Our highlight event
The NGRP Annual Research Day
The NGRP annual research day is the platform’s highlight event in the calendar year, providing a forum for grain and oilseed stakeholders to engage and discuss current trends in the industry and how research can support these efforts.
5th NGRP Research Day: From Alignment to Impact
1-3 March 2026
Future Africa, University of Pretoria
The 2026 National Grain Research Platform (NGRP), hosted by Grain SA, brought together stakeholders from across the grain value chain with a clear message: South Africa has the research, innovation, and expertise to succeed, but stronger collaboration is needed to turn ideas into practical results. Discussions focused on the financial pressures facing producers, the need to improve technology adoption, and the importance of science-based policy and regulation to keep the industry competitive.
Key takeaways:
- Better alignment between research, policy, and industry.
- Faster adoption of innovation at farm level.
- Practical research that improves producer profitability.
- Strong collaboration to drive future growth.
4th NGRP Research Day
18-20 Mar 2025
North-West University and the Agricultural Research Council, Potchefstroom
Building on previous research days, the 2025 NGRP Research Day focused on advancing collaborative research initiatives addressing challenges within the grain and oilseed sector. Hosted by North-West University and the Agricultural Research Council, the programme promoted knowledge sharing and strengthened partnerships supporting sustainable agricultural development.
- Presentation of latest NGRP-supported research outcomes
- Collaboration between academia, industry and government partners
- Discussion of future research priorities and innovation opportunities
3rd NGRP Research Day
3-5 Apr 2024
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein
The 3rd NGRP Research Day, hosted by the University of the Free State from 3–5 April 2024, focused on strengthening collaboration between research institutions, industry stakeholders and government partners. The programme showcased ongoing research initiatives while promoting innovation and knowledge sharing across South Africa’s grain production sector.
- Research presentations and technical discussions
- Stakeholder networking and collaboration sessions
- Industry-driven research priority alignment
2nd NGRP Research Day
4-5 Apr 2023
Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch
Following the successful inaugural meeting, the 2023 NGRP Research Day at Stellenbosch University focused on expanding collaboration and evaluating progress across funded research initiatives. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to share findings, align objectives and promote innovation within the national grain research community.
- Presentation of ongoing NGRP research projects
- Strengthening collaboration across member institutions
- Discussion of sector challenges and research priorities
1st NGRP Research Day
8-9 May 2022
University of Pretoria, Pretoria
The inaugural NGRP Research Meeting was hosted by FABI at the University of Pretoria from 8–9 May 2022, bringing together founding members from academia, industry and government. The event established the platform for collaboration within the NGRP network, enabling stakeholders to share research priorities, strengthen partnerships and align efforts supporting South Africa’s grain production sector.
- Launch of the NGRP research collaboration platform
- Presentation of early research initiatives and priorities
- Stakeholder engagement across industry, academia and government
Meaningful scientific outcomes
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