Agriculture

Montagu's agricultural department operates within a region where summer heat and water availability shape farming decisions. The office manages issues that affect producers directly—water allocation from the Berg River, irrigation compliance, pest and disease reporting, and support for smallholder schemes in and around the district. They coordinate with provincial agricultural extension officers and handle matters like livestock movement permits and environmental authorisation for water use. Farmers dealing with changing rainfall patterns or needing guidance on sustainable practice approvals in this semi-arid zone typically connect here. The department's role extends beyond Montagu town itself to encompass the broader agricultural economy of the Langeberg municipality.