The future success of any sector in the digital age is determined largely by its adoption of technology and its strategy for adapting to ever-changing variables. The same is true of the agriculture sector. So how are we integrating the youth into our strategies for production, research and policy? Who are the decision-makers, the change-makers, the fresh-thinkers and the action-takers? And how do we reimagine the whole sector for an often-uncertain tomorrow?
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The impact of global markets on South Africa’s growth trajectory cannot be underestimated, but many role-players in the local Agri sector are pushing for a more proactive approach to economic policy, rather than merely reacting to events and conditions beyond our control. This calls for a united goal, and a concerted, collective effort from Agri organisations, agribusinesses, and producers alike, to drive more favourable conditions.
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Rural communities are essential for the equitable growth of agriculture in South Africa, however dwindling job opportunities have reduced the economic base of these communities, resulting in disrepair and decay. To save these communities and ultimately bring them into the fold of production, we need to reduce urbanization, drawing people back to work and living in spaces they can be proud of and that speak of dynamic transformation and inclusive growth.
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Deteriorating roads, rail, and ports are constraining producers and agribusinesses alike, crippling productivity, market access and often profitability. In many instances, answers and solutions have been found in take-charge private-public partnerships and even community/producer-led out-of-pocket interventions.
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- 07 September 2022
- Senwes
- 1108
Senwes is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Nampo Cape rendition of Nation in Conversation. Following the success of the discussions earlier in the year at the Nampo Harvest Day in Bothaville in the Free State, this discussion forum will once again take centre stage as experts and role-players continue a series of conversations on pressing matters in and around the agricultural sector.
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