Agriculture: Facts & Trends South Africa
This report examines the urgent need for improved environmental practices to ensure sustainable agricultural systems and food security in South Africa. It highlights the negative impacts of exploitative agricultural development and presents best-practice solutions for meeting the growing demand for food and fiber.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | World Wildlife Fund |
| Authors: | Brent Corcoran, Heidi-jayne Hawkins, Inge Kotze, Mark Botha, Tatjana Von Bormann, Thérèse Brinkcate, Dr. Amy Goldblatt |
| Geographic focus: | South Africa |
Methods
The research method involved compiling information from various reliable sources to construct a detailed picture of South Africa's agricultural resources. The aim was to stimulate debate and collaboration within the agricultural value chain.
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Key Insights
The report provides a comprehensive overview of South Africa's agricultural sector, emphasizing the importance of sustainable farming methods for the country's GDP, food security, and environmental health. It discusses the limited arable land, the challenges of water scarcity, the decline in biodiversity, and the economic pressures on farmers. The document also addresses social considerations, including health risks from pesticides and the impact of farming practices on rural employment. It concludes with a vision for “Living Farms” that integrate sustainability principles into all aspects of agriculture.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | South Africa geographic scope | agriculture | biodiversity | economic pressures | economics | ecosystems | employment | environmental impact | food security | future living farms | health risks | land | living farms | social considerations | social welfare | soil | sustainability | sustainable farming | trends | water | water scarcity