The current state of SA’s agri sector amid COVID-19
Oct 12, 2020
2 minutes
AGRIBUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
BY HAMLET
HLOMENDLINI
South African has 40 122 primary agricultural producers, who provide employment to about 800 000 people.
These farmers produce over 80% of the total agricultural output in the country, and about 48% of what they produce is consumed domestically, while 52% is exported. This means the sector is not just important for employment creation and ensuring food security, but is
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