Prioritising agri-investment to accelerate South Africa’s economic recovery

AGRIBUSINESS PERSPECTIVE

Agriculture in South Africa not only supplies food to millions, but plays a fundamental role in the country’s economy, so there is an everincreasing need to invest in the sector.

Transforming agriculture into a dynamic, high-growth sector is essential for the country to speed up economic recovery, poverty reduction and inclusive growth (). Several projects and policy initiatives are in the pipeline, with some nearing completion, to help farmers improve their agricultural production, resilience, and access to financing and markets. Land