The Committee noted the lack of commitment by the DoRDLR towards land reform with concern since that funding was shifted towards land restitution claims. It was also noted that there was a lack of planning by the DoRDLR which was evident by the extent of roll-overs and reprioritisation of funding for programmes. Concern was also expressed at the lack of monitoring of spending patterns by the DoRDLR. A medium to long term plan, inclusive of targets, needed to be developed by the DoRDLR in respect of land claims and land reform since that was the core business of the Department. There also needed to be an improved collaboration between the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform, and the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in respect of food security. Concern was expressed at the fact that the DoRDLR was considering de-gazetting some farms that have already been claimed since it was burdened by a high number court cases. It was noted that the National Treasury also needed to attend the Portfolio Committee meetings in order to improve its understanding of the challenges facing departments.