Emerging issues in smallholder organic production and marketing in South Africa |
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| Authors: | Joyce Thamaga-Chitja Sheryl L Hendriks |
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| Institution: | 1. Discipline of Community Resources, School of Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness , University of KwaZulu-Natal , Scottsville, South Africa;2. Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness and Interim Director African Centre for Food Security, School of Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness , University of KwaZulu-Natal , Scottsville, South Africa |
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| Abstract: | This paper presents a synopsis of emerging issues in smallholder organic production and marketing in South Africa. The pros and cons of organic production for smallholder agriculture are demonstrated in a discussion of the reasons for adopting organic farming and the opportunities for and constraints on smallholder farmers in Africa. Also discussed are agro-ecological considerations; the process, requirements and costs for converting to certified organic production; and the information and decision-making required for smallholder organic production. Research and policy considerations are suggested. |
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