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Protesting farm workers in De Doorns, Western Cape, continued their three-day protest on Wednesday night. The protesters, who have made no formal demands, left vineyards burning in their wake. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)
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A farmer was arrested during the day for attempted murder after he allegedly shot at protesting workers. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)
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Police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel André Traut said two people were arrested on Tuesday after looting a bottle store. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)
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Workers had been gathering on the N1 highway since Monday, and 30 hectares of vineyards were burned, resulting in several arrests. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)
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When the initial protest started, police said it was linked to a wage dispute. The agriculture department and Democratic Alliance in the province denied this, suggesting it was politically motivated. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)
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De Doorns produces table grapes, predominantly for the export market. This industry supports 8000 full time workers and 8000 seasonal jobs in the Hex River Valley. (Johan van der Merwe, Landbouweekblad)