SAEOPA GUIDE DELEGATION FROM LESOTHO ON STUDY TOUR

Day 1:

Day 1 with Lesotho delegation. We visited the laboratory at NMISA where informative talks were given on quality tests followed by a tour through the laboratory. The delegation were given time to discuss and a question and answer sessions proved intensive interest in the industry. Thank you NMISA for hosting us! We then proceeded to the CSIR facility for extraction of cannabis and hemp. It was a highlight for some to be exposed to the technologies. Well done CSIR!

Day 2:

Day 2 with Delegation from Lesotho visiting Rosemary Hill. A very informative talk by Huibert Franken was followed by a sight of the organic compost making. The tour through the Fields of Rosemary and lavender was an eye opener. Other herbs like Artemisia, Spearmint, Citronella, Bay leaf and Helichrysum species were discussed, and each delegate got a bunch to smell. The famous distillery tour was another highlight. The day was concluded with a walk in the National Botanical Garden. More species with potential were identified. What a wonderful day of sharing passion, experience and interaction we had as SAEOPA with the 31 delegates from Lesotho!

Day 3:

Day 3 of the study tour by Lesotho delegates. Presentations were given by SAEOPA on what we do and who we are. Training reports on cultivation, labelling and packaging were delivered. The question-and-answer sessions were proof of intensive interest and future engagements. The species with potential for expanding production were identified and included indigenous Artemisia afra, Helichrysum, Pelargonium and Eriocephalus species. Exotic species known in Lesotho include Rosehip and Rosemary. The enthusiasm of the group was contagious! So long Lesotho, all if the best on your production journey! Thank you GIZ for making this wonderful experience of sharing possible.