The 2026 Agra Weaner Championship Series concluded on Wednesday evening, 7 October, with a prestigious gala celebration honouring Namibia’s top weaner producers, recognising outstanding production excellence and celebrating the partnerships that continue to strengthen the country’s livestock industry.

This year's championship series, spanning 22 locations across Namibia, covered an impressive 12,063 kilometres and saw a total of 11,241 weaners sold, reflecting the strong participation and continued importance of this flagship agricultural initiative.

Throughout the series, 139 prizes were awarded, recognising the dedication, quality and production excellence of Namibia’s livestock producers. These achievements reaffirm Agra’s commitment to promoting quality livestock production, rewarding outstanding farmers and strengthening the sustainability and competitiveness of Namibia’s livestock industry.

The annual championship remains one of Agra Auctions' flagship initiatives, reinforcing the company's commitment to promoting quality livestock production, recognising farmers' achievements and supporting the sustainable development of Namibia's agricultural sector.

During the gala, Agra's Chief Executive Officer, Arnold Klein, expressed appreciation to the producers, sponsors and industry stakeholders whose continued commitment contributes to the success of the championship.

The series represents more than a competition. It reflects the dedication, resilience and high production standards of Namibian farmers, whose contributions remain fundamental to the strength and sustainability of the national livestock industry.

2026 National Champions

The evening's highest honours were awarded to the following producers, who demonstrated outstanding excellence in their respective categories:

• Feedlot Champion: Caroline Buhrman
• Veld Champion: Phoenix Farming – Len de Jager
• Heifers Champion: Khumba Farming (formerly Ironwood Trust)

These national champions represent the highest standards of livestock production, demonstrating the importance of quality breeding, sound management practices and consistent production excellence.

2026 Regional Champions

Throughout the series, producers competed in three categories across the Northern, Central and Southern regions. The following regional champions were recognised for their exceptional achievements:

Northern Region

• Feedlot: Rentes Farming – Willem Smidt
• Veld: Endelela Farming – Kobus Engelbreght
• Heifers: Wimpie & Marietjie Otto

Central Region

• Feedlot: Caroline Buhrman
• Veld: Phoenix Farming – Phoenix Farming
• Heifers: Khumba Farming (formerly Ironwood Trust)

Southern Region

• Feedlot: Nghilundua Farming – Helena and Theoifilus Nghilundua
• Veld: Hein & Wanda Knipe
• Heifers: VSV Enterprises – Rudolph Schoeman & Andre Carlile

Agra congratulates all national and regional winners on their achievements and commends every producer who participated in the 2026 series. Their dedication to quality livestock production continues to raise industry standards and contribute to the development of Namibia's beef value chain.

The continued success of the Agra Weaner Championship Series is made possible through the valued support of sponsors and industry partners who share Agra's commitment to strengthening Namibian agriculture.

Bank Windhoek, as the main sponsor of the event, and co-main sponsors, including Sanlam, Santam and Indongo Toyota & Hino Toyota, whose partnerships help sustain the championship and recognise the achievements of Namibia's livestock producers. Other
Sponsors included, Power Tyres, Vivo Energy, Feedmaster, Corporate Guarantee, Africa Online, Kyron Agri, Dahua and Design Biologix and Hoffman’s Implements.

Thank you to all our sponsors who continue to play an important role in supporting this prestigious agricultural initiative. Agra further extends its appreciation to the judging panel, Agra Auctions personnel, auction agents, buyers and everyone involved in
coordinating and delivering the series across the country.

Rooted in agriculture, Agra remains committed to creating platforms that recognise excellence, strengthen producer relationships and promote sustainable growth within
the livestock industry.

The Agra Weaner Championship Series continues to demonstrate the value of collaboration between farmers, agribusinesses and industry stakeholders. Through this initiative, Agra reinforces its commitment to serving Namibia's agricultural community
and contributing to a resilient and competitive livestock sector.

As the 2026 championship draws to a close, Agra congratulates all participants and winners and looks forward to building on the success of the series in the years ahead.

Photo:  National and regional winners, sponsors, Agra CEO and Agra Auctions representatives at the 2026 Agra Weaner Championship Series Gala, held on 7 October 2026.