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The way forward 6 th Agbiz Grain Sympos ium

Join us at the Agbiz Grain Symposium on 14 August 2019 to discuss routine matters, interaction with stakeholders, government policies, value chain focus, and initiatives for the grain and oilseeds industry. Don't miss out on the latest updates and plans for the future!

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The way forward 6 th Agbiz Grain Sympos ium

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  1. The way forward6th Agbiz Grain Symposium 14 August 2019

  2. Routine Matters for Grain & Oilseeds • Interaction with relevant agricultural sector role players • Interaction with Government • Commodity group focus - Maize, wheat, soybean, sunflower and sorghum • Value chain focus - Production, Milling, Baking, Trading, Feed Processing, Commercial and Developing Agriculture, Seed and Research

  3. Routine Matters for Grain & Oilseeds • Maize, wheat, soybean, sunflower and sorghum • Interaction with Grain & Oilseeds value chain role players • Interaction with Government • CEO Forum / DAFF Round Table • Crop Estimates • Supply and Demand calculations • Climate Change • Cultivar development/Release criteria • Inputs - Cost and availability • Legislative and regulatory matters • Information for the value chain

  4. Continuation of 2019 Initiatives for Grain & Oilseeds • Maize, wheat, soybean, sunflower and sorghum • Drive the Five-Year Sector Plan • Establish a Single Forum for Grains and Oilseeds • Improve the Trade Environment • Grading Regulations • Alternative Import Tariff System • SA Customs Union/ Trade Agreements • BLNS Rebate System • SAFEX - Origin Discount on Foreign Wheat • Location Differentials

  5. Continuation of 2019 Initiatives for Grain & Oilseeds • Maize, wheat, soybean, sunflower and sorghum • SACTA funding as collateral for Transformation initiatives • DPE - Transnet Freight Rail / Road Freight • DoT – Branch lines • Collaboration with GOSA • Recalling of LEAF Inspection Services • Monitoring research activities & priorities • Establish sustainable funding models for industry information

  6. 2020 New Initiatives for Grain & Oilseeds • Maize, wheat, soybean, sunflower and sorghum • SACTA funding as collateral for Transformation initiatives • Collaboration with GOSA • Recalling of LEAF Inspection Services • Monitor research activities & priorities • Regulation for dispute resolution i.t.o. Sampling device & grading • On-line training platform for Grain Depot Manager & Grain Grader • Secure support from AgriSETA & FoodBev SETA for skills development • Improved implementation of food safety processes across whole sector • DPE - Road 2 Rail /Transnet • DoT – Branch lines

  7. Thank youwww.agbizgrain.co.za

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