National Agricultural Research and Development Strategy
Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa
This research strategy aims to enhance the contribution of agricultural research towards attaining at least a 6 % economic growth rate through sustainable agricultural productivity, sustained competitiveness to ensure food security and eradication of poverty in South Africa. In addition, the implementation of this strategy aims to improve the sector’s efficiency and profitability, improve business opportunities; and ensure social upliftment and improvement of the quality of life for all the citizens of South Africa. It is guided by 16 principles mentioned in chapter two. It also provides information on governance and institutional arrangements in chapter 4.
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National Agricultural Research and Development Strategy Current Version
January 2022
This research strategy aims to enhance the contribution of agricultural research towards attaining at least a 6 % economic growth rate through sustainable agricultural productivity, sustained competitiveness to ensure food security and eradication of poverty in South Africa. In addition, the implementation of this strategy aims to improve the sector’s efficiency and profitability, improve business opportunities; and ensure social upliftment and improvement of the quality of life for all the citizens of South Africa. It is guided by 16 principles mentioned in chapter two. It also provides information on governance and institutional arrangements in chapter 4.
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