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Presentation to the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Land affairsPresentation to the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Land affairs
HEARINGS ON ANNUAL REPORT 2004/05HEARINGS ON ANNUAL REPORT 2004/05
12 October 200512 October 2005
OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
Luvuyo MabomboLuvuyo Mabombo
Chief Operating OfficerChief Operating Officer
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OverviewOverview
2004 was a challenging year because of the general elections – adjustment of the operational plans
The approval of the new departmental structure The departure of the Director-General, Ms Bongiwe Njobe, on 28
February 2005 The outbreak of animal diseases The working relations between the DoA and DLA The alignment of the agricultural public entities and the DoA The execution of the mandate given by the State of the Nation
Address—Agricultural Credit Scheme; AgriBEE and CASP
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Assistant Directors-General
Senior Managers
Introduction of the delegationIntroduction of the delegation
PROGRAMME 2Farmer Support and Development
PROGRAMME 2Farmer Support and Development
Sam MalatjiSam Malatji
ACT. ADG: Farmer Support and DevelopmentACT. ADG: Farmer Support and Development
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Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targetsProgramme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets
DIRECTORATE OUTPUT MEASURE/ INDICATOR
TARGET STATUS/COMMENT
Farmer Settlement
900 commercial farmers
Number of viable commercial farmers
Increased wealth creation in agriculture and rural areas
45 245 farmers /210 177 households benefited from CASP. Infrastructural development programmes and projects are beginning to show progress
All unencumbered state land transferred /disposed of
Extent of farmland transferred to the previously disadvantaged
Reduced poverty and inequalities in land enterprise ownership
All unencumbered agricultural state land managed by DoA disposed of through leasing with and option to purchase
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Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets (cont.)Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets (cont.)
DIRECTORATE OUTPUT MEASURE/ INDICATOR
TARGET STATUS / COMMENT
Agricultural Finance and Co-operative Development
15 village banks Number of village banks
11 village banks established
30 viable agricultural cooperatives
Number of registered agricultural co-operatives
Improved community- based financial system
82 agricultural co-operatives registered and operational
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Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets (cont.)Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets (cont.)
DIRECTORATE
OUTPUT MEASURE/ INDICATOR
TARGET STATUS / COMMENT
Food Security and Rural Development
200 000 households linked to IFSNP projects
Number of vulnerable people
Reduction of number of food insecure and malnourished people
18 575 households received home production starter packs, and 240 000 households received food parcels through the IFSNP programme
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Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targetsProgramme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets
DIRECTORATE
OUTPUT MEASURE/ INDICATOR
TARGET STATUS / COMMENT
Agricultural Risk and Disaster Management
Reduction in agricultural risks
Implementation of a disaster and risk management programme and provision of advisory services to farmers
Implementation of programme throughout 2004 and advisories to be provided monthly
Drought manage-ment plan approved by the Minister and is in the process of being gazetted
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Programme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targetsProgramme 2: Key outputs, indicators and targets
DIRECTORATE
OUTPUT MEASURE/ INDICATOR
TARGET STATUS / COMMENT
Registrar of Co-operatives
Transfer of function to the Department of Trade and Industry (dti)
Finalisation of transfer
By June 2004
Transferred to the dti on1 April 2005
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Lack of capacity/resources
- Provincial
- Local Silo approach
Programme 2: ChallengesProgramme 2: Challenges
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Harmonise the project approval processes
Align the land and agrarian reform programmes with the agricultural support programmes
Joint budgeting (PLRO and PDA)
Programme 2: Remedial actionsProgramme 2: Remedial actions
PROGRAMME 3Agricultural Trade and Business Development
PROGRAMME 3Agricultural Trade and Business Development
Ms Liako MoahloliMs Liako Moahloli
Senior Manager: Business and Entrepreneurial DevelopmentSenior Manager: Business and Entrepreneurial Development
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Overview
The programme contributed to majyor Departmental programmes:
• AgriBEE
- AgriBEE framework was launched in July 2004. AgriBEE consultative process concluded with more than 50 written comments
received. A report of the outcome was compiled, analysedand discussed within the AgriBEE Steering Committee. A number of key high-level recommendations were agreed on. At the same time the WTO framework for agriculture was concluded, resulting in an increased favour for developmental issues. There were targeted campaigns towards a percentage of preferential trade permits to assist SMME and new importers. Favourable positions were gained for developing countries through the African Group, the G20 and the Cairns
Group.
Programme 3: SubprogrammesProgramme 3: Subprogrammes
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Programme 3: Subprogrammes (cont.)Programme 3: Subprogrammes (cont.)
• CASP
- Work to develop the cotton, grain and fruit strategies in collaboration with industries continued during the year. Contributed to a process of developing norms and standards
for establishing related marketing infrastructure. Provided capacity building, linking and training services for emerging groups. Initiated the design of a marketing information system. Adapted the SMME Excellence Model for Agriculture and related businesses in partnership with the Excellence Foundation. Two models (for existing business and entry level) were completed and tested.
• AADP
- Encouraging inter-African trade and addressing core constraints, and integrated approach was pursued in co-operation with the Economic Development Cluster. A new SACU agreement on the agricultural liaising committee was reviewed. Progress made on the SADC trade protocol and critical information on iIntra-African trade was collected. Continued efforts towards expansion of the West African Cotton group into an African Regional Cotton Association through International Cotton Association Council. In principle the idea was agreed on.
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Programme 3: Challenges and RemediesProgramme 3: Challenges and Remedies
AgriBEE
• Challenges
- Diverse and complex consultations slowed progress
- Difficulty of internalising AgriBEE within DoA before a charter is finalised.
• Remedies
- Accommodation of broader stakeholders (labour, rural women, youth and disabled)
- Management briefings on AgriBEE with an internal resource task team as part of the AgriBEE Steering Committee
CASP
• Challenges
- Indusry collaboration constrained by global subsidies and related unfair competition. Potato industry strategy has been delayed in the process
- Identifying and training qualified local SMME Excellence Model facilitators in partnership with local colleges and stakeholders for continuous support of
identified businesses
- Reaching marginalised areas with relevant information based on web-based information system
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Programme 3: Challenges and Remedies (cont.)Programme 3: Challenges and Remedies (cont.)
CASP cont.
• Remedies
- Continuously seeking mutual solutions
- The intention is to connect the information system to cellphones for easy access by farmers during the next phase of development
AADP
• Challenges
- Factors byond the control of the department: the work of the department is influenced by the overall prioritisation and timing of Government and the leading departments (the DTI and FDA). Intra-African trade efforts are now an interdepartmental programme
- Language and cultural differences including different levels of African economic development pose harmonisation challenges
• Remedy
- Continuous efforts for mutual ground and joint solutions
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Directorate Output Indicator/measure Target Status/comment
Business and Entrepreneurial Development
Agricultural- industry- based business partnerships
Partnerships developed
SMME operators trained for excellence in entrepreneurship
Four commodity action plans concluded
30 trainers trained
Cotton, grain, fruit strategies well advanced/
concluded
22 trainers trained
Marketing Targeted domestic marketing support
Number of farmers in rural development nodes reached with marketing information facilitated by DoA
Majority of LRAD farmers in three development nodes
11 000 marketing training manuals distributed to provincial departments for farmers
International Trade
Negotiating positions and plans
The number of issue-based positions developed
10 positions papers or reports on opportunities and constraints
Report target exceeded. Agricultural Trade Forum advised of all negotiations and opportunities
Programme 3: Achievements per Strategic PlanProgramme 3: Achievements per Strategic Plan
PROGRAMME 4Economic Research and Analysis
PROGRAMME 4Economic Research and Analysis
Rodney DredgeRodney Dredge
Acting Assistant Director-General: Economic Research and AnalysisActing Assistant Director-General: Economic Research and Analysis
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Monthly crop estimate reports (CASP) Quarterly estimates of livestock numbers (CASP) Released Agricultural Census 2002 (KIMS) Monitored economic performance of sector (KIMS) COMBUDS – enterprise budget system (CASP) FINREC – farm record system (R&D) OECD agricultural policy review (R&D) Agric. Economics Standing Committee of ITCA (CASP)
Programme 4: Achievements of the yearProgramme 4: Achievements of the year
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Abstract of agricultural statistics Trends in the agricultural sector Economic review of SA agriculture Crops and markets Statistics on fresh produce markets Food security bulletin Impact of trade restrictions on importing live animals into SA Industry brochures for maize and wheat
Programme 4: Reports released/publicationsProgramme 4: Reports released/publications
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Lack of comprehensive database on sector Establish economic analysis unit Development of standardised analytical tools HR challenge for agricultural economists Building analytical and advisory capacity
Programme 4: Challenges and RemediesProgramme 4: Challenges and Remedies
PROGRAMME 5Agricultural Production
PROGRAMME 5Agricultural Production
Shadrack MoephuliShadrack Moephuli
Assistant Director-GeneralAssistant Director-General
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The following policies/strategies were approved:
• Animal Improvement Policy
• Livestock Development Strategy
• Aquaculture Policy
• Policy on Agriculture in Sustainable Development
• Plant Production Strategy for South Africa
• Biosafety Policy
• Norms and standards on extension and agricultural advisory services
The Programme also embarked on the amendments of the following Acts:
• Genetically Modified Organisms
• Plant Breeders’ Rights, consultations and reviews
Programme 5: AchievementsProgramme 5: Achievements
PROGRAMME 6Sustainable Resources Management and Use
PROGRAMME 6Sustainable Resources Management and Use
Sizwe MkhizeSizwe Mkhize
Sustainable Resources Management and UseSustainable Resources Management and Use
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Programme 6: Sustainable ResourcesProgramme 6: Sustainable Resources
Promotes sound management and sustainable use of land and water resources in agriculture
Two Subprogrammes:
• Land Use and Soil Management: Resource auditing, protection and rehabilitation of agricultural land resources and migratory pest control
• Water Use and Irrigation Development: Agricultural infrastructure development and rehabilitation, rainwater harvesting and establishment of conservation structures
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Developed land suitability maps for oil-crop (soya and sunflower) production in South Africa
Developed interim position on bio-diesel crop production More than 40 boreholes were drilled for LRAD beneficiaries Sited and developed plans for 250 boreholes for dipping tank
project in KZN Developed guidelines for on and off-farm infrastructure for CASP Enhanced a programme for mechanisation support to also focus
on indigent, women, youth and disabled (power hoes: ISRDP and PC)
Popularised rainwater harvesting for food security Developed capacity within communities on expanded LandCare Area-wide planning was adopted by many PDAs Maintained FMD border fence
Programme 6: AchievementsProgramme 6: Achievements
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Limited local information on economic viability of bio-fuels, DoA is in the process of generating some information
Nonstructured demand for establishment of alien species for bio-fuel production• Addressed the provinces and interest groups, including JIC
Inadequate technical planning of infrastructural projects at provincial level• Technical assistance made available to the provinces
Continuous dependency of communities on LandCare grants• Currently addressing this challenge with the provinces
Poor status of FMD border fence – and inaccessibility of some areas• Access roads constructed
Ever-increasing demand for subdivision and change in use of agricultural land• Handle each application on its merit
Programme 6: Challenges and RemediesProgramme 6: Challenges and Remedies
PROGRAMME 7:National Regulatory Services
PROGRAMME 7:National Regulatory Services
Eben RademeyerEben Rademeyer
Senior Manager: APIS (Agricultural Product Inspection Services)Senior Manager: APIS (Agricultural Product Inspection Services)
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Programme 7: AchievementsProgramme 7: Achievements
Directorate Outputs
Plant Health and Animal Health Plant pest and animal diseases risk management systems, policies, legislation, standards, protocols and agreements
Food Safety and Quality Assurance
Food safety and quality risk management systems, policies, legislation, standards, protocols and agreements
SAAFQIS
Inspection, border control, diagnostic and analytical services
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Programme 7: ChallengesProgramme 7: Challenges
Readmittance to the global trading community World Trade Organisation (WTO) Shortage of high-level skills/staffing levels Emphasis was placed on border control and security also in the
light of animal and plant diseases outbreaks
• Additional personnel/formulating a human resources plan
• Deployment of sniffer dogs
• Border Control Operational Coordinating Committee Wine on line Infrastructural development and maintenance at quarantine
stations Basic animal health care system CASP roll out
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Outbreaks of highly contagious animal diseases
• Highly pathogenic avian influenza
• FMD in the Limpopo Province Pesticide initiative programme Two major inspections were conducted by trading partners
• The Animal and Plant Inspection Services (APHIS) of the USDA and
• The Food and Veterinary Office (FVO) of the EU
Programme 7: Challenges (cont.)Programme 7: Challenges (cont.)
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Programme 7: Food Safety and Quality AssuranceProgramme 7: Food Safety and Quality Assurance
OUTPUT STATUS
Liquor Products Amendment Bill
Reviewed Act No. 36 of 1947
Approved Food Safety Policy
Approved Pesticide Policy
Submitted February 2004, dis-cussions took place, also with Legal Services. To be resubmitted Q1 2005
Pesticide Policy approval Q1 2005. Remainder of policies scheduled for approval in 2005/2006
Food Control system establishment approved in principle by Minister – March 2005
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Programme 7: Plant HealthProgramme 7: Plant Health
• Draft Plant Health Policy developed
• Draft Agricultural Pests Act Amendment Bill developed and submitted to Legal Services for comment
• Bilateral Protocol for exporting citrus fruit to China concluded
• Pest risk analysis (PRA) for importing apples and pears from China drafted
• PRA-/Regulation-based import permits issued: 3 892
Plant pest risk management systems, policies, legislation, standards, protocols and agreements
STATUSOUTPUT
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Programme 7:Animal HealthProgramme 7:Animal Health
• Basic Animal Care System (BACS)
• Categorisation of Animal Diseases Policy
• Policy on Bovince Brucellosis
• Policy on Snotsiekte• Wildlife
Tuberculosis Control Protocol
• Act• Export Certification
Policy
Animal diseases risk management systems, policies, legislation, standards, protocols and agreements
STATUSOUTPUT
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Programme 7: SAAFQISProgramme 7: SAAFQIS
• K9 dog unit was deployed as pilot project at Johannesburg International Airport
• National surveillances ensured detection control and/or eradication of regulated pests
• Exotic and non-exotic pests intercepted in quarantine systems
• Appointment of additional border control personnel
• Implementation of lab quality systems is near completion in order to apply for accreditation
• Maintenance, development and upgrading of infrastructure
Inspection, border control, diagnostic and analytical services
STATUSOUTPUT
PROGRAMMES 8–9Branch: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and
Communication
PROGRAMMES 8–9Branch: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and
Communication
Steve GalaneSteve Galane
Senior Manager: Agricultural Information ServicesSenior Manager: Agricultural Information Services
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Programmes 8–9: AchievementsProgrammes 8–9: Achievements
Had eight radio programmes flighted on community radio Had eleven and one special publications of AgriNews and six
publications of WezoLimo There were 20 publications of the info packs published Participated in the four major campaigns, namely:
• Nampo exhibition in the week of 17 May 2004
• Female Farmer of the Year Awards on 16 October 2004
• World Food Day on 16 October 2004
• 16 Days of Activism of no violence against women and children
On International front managed to visit the nine SADC countries Increased the number of students at tertiary education level.
Initially had a total of 120 but ended up with 164 students having been registered
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Programmes 8–9: Achievements (cont.)Programmes 8–9: Achievements (cont.)
From the Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute recorded 282 emerging farmers while the target was set at 200
In addition had 3 826 students enrolled for short courses On Programme Planning—Acquired a standardised template for
checking on targets and plans for individual directorates—operational in this financial year
Implemented the Project Management Information System—able to monitor the impact on projects in the provinces
Developed and implemented the Performance measures vis-à- vis the Priority areas
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Could not deliver on radio programming to the fullest—budgetary constrains and alignment with the provincial departments of agriculture
A new Agricultural Information Services structure was suggested and ratified by the executive authority in this financial year
Capacity in the design and layout of AIS has been capacitated—will be able to have the set target of the required info packs
Have since implemented a translation service in the DoA in collaboration with DAC
Have started translating some of the info packs into other languages
Availing departmental information to the MPCCs
Programmes 8–9: Challenges and RemediesProgrammes 8–9: Challenges and Remedies
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Few students taking Mathematics and Science subjects—campaigns in the form of shows and exhibitions
Rural students struggling to get access to bursary scheme and not being contactable—encouraging the use of their relatives’ contact details
Appointed an officer in charge of the bursary scheme in the DoA The alignment of the sector departments—International
Relations, Peace and Security Cluster The finalisation of the locationof the colleges of agriculture
prevented us from having the required resources—negotiations are ongoing
Aiming to get 4 000 emerging farmers at GADI in the next financial year
Capacity in the Programme Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation directorates is being revised
Reviewing of the templates for monthly and quarterly reporting—this brings synergy
Programmes 8–9: Challenges and Remedies (cont.)Programmes 8–9: Challenges and Remedies (cont.)