NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
WRITTEN REPLY
QUESTION 425
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHERIES:
WRITTEN REPLY
QUESTION 425
Question 425 for Written Reply: MRS A STEYN (DA) asked the Minister for
Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries:
How does the Minister intend to ensure that farmers stay competitive in
light of rising administered prices, in particular the 8% annual increase
in electricity?
REPLY:
The Minister is currently consulting with Agri-Sector Unity Forum (ASUF)
comprised of leaders of the following organizations: African Farmers
Association of South Africa (AFASA); Agri SA; TAU SA; National African
Farmers Union of South Africa (NAFU SA); South African Agricultural
Processors Association (SAAPA); and Agricultural Business Chamber (Agbiz)
on key issues affecting the profitability and competitiveness of the
sector.