I have learned with shock of the murder this morning of Mr Desmond Sterly (52) farm manager of the farm Ambiance in the Brandwag area near Worcester. I received the news this morning just before addressing the Grain SA Annual meeting at Elsenburg and the gathering had a moment of silence.

My heartfelt condolences and sympathy are extended to the family - his wife Laura, one son and two daughters on this terrible loss though a heinous deed.

This cold blooded murder is a shock to the farming community and I trust that no effort will be spared, to bring those guilty of this deed, to book.

Enquiries:

Alie van Jaarsveld
Spokesperson
Ministry of Agriculture: Western Cape
Tel: 021 483 4930
Fax: 021 483 3890
Cell: 084 604 6701
Email: avjaarsv@pgwc.gov.za

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