Ithale farming abd services
| Business Location: | Township |
| Province | Eastern Cape |
| Branch: | Chris Hani |
| Business Start Date: | 2022-10-17 |
| Busniess Type: | Co-operative |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
Ithalethu Farming and Services Cooperative specializes in the farming, rearing, and selling of pigs to abattoirs, butcheries, and the wider community. The cooperative operates as both a traditional and commercial piggery business, focusing on the entire value chain from livestock production to meat processing.
Challenges/Needs:
Ithalethu Farming & Service Cooperative faced several challenges that hinder its growth andoperational efficiency. Below is a detailed breakdown of the challenges;
• Lack of essential piggery equipment such as feeding channels, waterers, and waste management systems
• Inadequate fencing to secure the piggery and protect the pigs from predators or theft.
• Lack of computers, printers, and other administrative tools for record-keeping, planning, and communication.
• Insufficient PPE for workers, which compromises safety and hygiene standards.
• High cost and inconsistent supply of quality feed and supplements for the pigs.
• Limited access to affordable veterinary services and medicines for disease prevention and
treatment
• Lack of a reliable vehicle for transporting pigs, feed, and products to the market.
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
The cooperative was assisted with CDSP application for funding by SEDFA.
Outcome Details:
CSDP funding was approved and amounted to R 564 927.10 to buy Piggery Production Equipment, Fencing and Small Tools, Administrative Working Tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Feed
and Supplements, Medicine and Veterinary Services, Delivery Vehicle (Bakkie).
Increased turnover; from (R150 300.00 to R210 420.00)
• Increased turnover percentage; 40%
• 5 Jobs sustained;
• 2 Jobs created;
and Supplements, Medicine and Veterinary Services, Delivery Vehicle (Bakkie).
Increased turnover; from (R150 300.00 to R210 420.00)
• Increased turnover percentage; 40%
• 5 Jobs sustained;
• 2 Jobs created;
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
Thank you to Seda for the assistance, we can see the difference in our business
