We have added this segment to our website in knowing that in striving for full production we likely to add on unto our already existing partnerships. We would like to acknowledge the immeasurable financial support of the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development;
FUNDS INVESTED IN THE PROJECT
| YEAR SUPPORTED | AMOUNT SPENT | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 – 2014 | R3 100 000 | Trellis material, Construct Trellies, Planting of cutting, Fertilizers & Herbicides, Cuttings Tractor, Implements Soil preparation 10ha |
| 2014 – 2015 | R4 500 000 | Trellis material, Construct Trellies, Planting of cutting, Fertilizers & Herbicides, Cuttings Implements Soil preparation 10ha |
| 2015 – 2016 | R3 000 000 | Trellis material, Construct Trellies, Planting of cutting, Fertilizers & Herbicides, Cuttings, Implements Soil preparation 10ha |
| 2016 – 2017 | R3 700 000 | Fertilizers & Herbicides, Harvesting crates, and upgrading of raisin drying facilities, Implements, Tractor |
The Department continues to support this venture with Extension Support and training. Further training support is provided by Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), PPECB and the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) to improve knowledge and skill.
Membership – we affiliated to commodity groupings;
- South African Pecan-nut Producers Association (SAPPA)
- Boegoeberg Water Association
We have undertaken Social Responsibility (Corporate Social Investment) by supporting the cultivation of pecan-nut trees for the Groblershoop High School where 590 trees are planted and having been donated by SAPPA. Silver Moon plays a critical role in the cultivation and maintenance of the plantation.