Application-Based Agricultural Support
Service Provider: Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform
Application-based agricultural support refers to programmes where farmers must formally apply and be assessed before receiving resources such as funding, inputs, or infrastructure.
These programmes are designed to:
· Support farmer production and expansion
· Provide resources and infrastructure
· Promote sustainable agricultural development
Key programmes include:
· Comprehensive Agricultural Support Programme
· Ilima/Letsema Programme
Support is not automatic and depends on approval.
Contact Information
Northern Cape Department of Agriculture Contact Centre: 087 630 0387
Website: daerl.ncpg.gov.za
Thusong Service Centres
Service-based Agricultural Support is available at selected Thusong Service Centres as indicated under each.
Manne Dipico Thusong Service Centre
Not yet available
Augrabies Thusong Service Centre
Not yet available
Loriesfontein Thusong Service Centre
Operating hours: This service is available once per month according to the schedule below:
· March: Wednesday, 18 March 2026
· April: Wednesday, 12 April 2026
· May: Wednesday, 23 May 2026
· June: Thursday, 13 June 2026
How to apply
- Visit a Thusong Service Centre or district agriculture office
- Request application forms for CASP or Ilima/Letsema
- Complete and submit required documentation
- Await departmental review
Assessment process
Applications are assessed based on:
- Project feasibility
- Resource availability
- Programme criteria (CASP / Ilima focus areas)
May include:
- Site visits
- Technical evaluations
Applying for a review
A review may be required if:
- Additional funding or inputs are needed
- The project expands into another phase
Documents required
- South African ID
- Proof of residence
- Proof of land access
- Farming or business plan