South African agribusiness is at a crossroads. After decades of rising farm production, South Africa is still a hungry nation, with constant pressure on food security—a priority area for the new Government of National Unity (GNU).
Pressured by weaker buying power, the volume of food and beverages sold per capita at South African grocery stores and supermarkets declined by more than 3% in 2023—there is a clear need for increased food security locally. To achieve food security, the government, private sector, and labour and community organisations need to work together to develop and implement policies that support the growth in production and trade of agricultural goods.
In this publication, we look at four approaches and technologies that will support South African agricultural businesses in growing their operations and increasing food production while supporting sustainability and operational efficiencies.
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Nqaba Ndiweni
Africa Consumer | Industrial Products and Services (CIPS) Industry Leader, PwC South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 11 797 4890