National-Integrated-ICT-Policy-.pdf

Summary

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture outlines its strategic direction for the 2025/2026 period in this comprehensive Annual Performance Plan. The document details how the department intends to foster economic growth and job creation while navigating external pressures such as climate change, geopolitical tensions, and animal diseases. It establishes a clear framework for ministerial priorities, focusing on food security, market access, and producer support to maintain the sector's status as a global competitor. Furthermore, the report clarifies the constitutional and legislative mandates that govern provincial agricultural functions, ensuring alignment with national policies and international sustainable development goals. By integrating research, veterinary services, and rural development, the plan provides a roadmap for building a resilient and prosperous agricultural economy in the Western Cape.