South Africa

The study Trade in Certified Organic Agriculture – Challenges and Opportunities for South Africa, produced in partnership with the Trade Law Centre NPC (tralac), assessed the ways in which certified organic farmers from South Africa could link to export markets, particularly in Europe. The study showed that the international demand for organic products exceeds supply, and that South African producers are well-positioned to expand their production and harness organic export opportunities. The study provided targeted action recommendations at policy and technical regulation level. The study benefited from regular inputs from key national government departments (agriculture, environment, science & technology, trade & industry) and other key stakeholders, including at the occasion of two national stakeholder workshops. The study was launched at a national launch event in Pretoria, South Africa.