South African Society of Dairy Technology (SASDT)
Read the SASDT Constitution
(Revised January 2018)
Our Goals
The goals of the SASDT are to promote and encourage technological and scientific advancement in the Dairy Industry by:
- the dissemination and application of knowledge,
- and the provision of opportunities for
- discussion, co-operation, education, training and research.
The South African Society of Dairy Technology (SASDT) is an active society whose primary objective is to promote and encourage technological and scientific advancement amongst our members who are key role players in our national dairy industry. Through our annual national symposium along with regular regional meetings held by each division, we successfully communicate new trends and updates on technical issues of benefit to our local dairy industry.
The Society was formed in 1967 by the amalgamation of the Natal, Western Cape, Central and Transvaal societies of dairy technology. The Eastern Cape Division was formed afterwards and later disbanded. Bruce Carte was the first National President. The Natal Society Of Dairy Technology was the first to be established, by Bruce Carte and others, on 29 October 1960. As a student Bob Hall from our Natal division was part of this event. Richard Carte (Bruce’s father) was the first President of the Natal Society. The other three societies were formed fairly soon after.
Our Members
The SASDT members are persons and companies from all business sectors involved in the dairy industry. Dairy processors, their producers and also suppliers to the dairy industry, are the key members making our society an exciting and vibrant organisation. We are currently represented by approximately 300 members country-wide.
Function of the Society
The national committee is responsible for managing and overseeing the society’s activities. They ensure that the society runs smoothly, coordinate events and address administrative matters. Webinars and physical events are arranged within the society. These events provide opportunities for member to come together and network. The topics discussed in these events are relevant to member’s interest and the dairy industry as whole.
The national symposium serves as a platform to address critical issues in future-proofing the dairy industry. These issues include consumer trends, environmental management, animal welfare, wastewater management, responsible packaging, and new technologies in dairy production.
The symposiums feature both international and local speakers who share their expertise and insights on various subjects related to the dairy industry. This helps members stay updated on the latest developments in dairy technology, innovations, and best practices in dairy production.
Useful Links
- Dairy Standard Agency: dairystandard.co.za
- Consumer Education Project: rediscoverdairy.co.za
- SA Milk processors organisation: sampro.co.za
- Milk Producers Organisation: mpo.co.za
- Milk SA: milksa.co.za
- International Dairy Federation: fil-idf.org
Our Partners
