Farmers Need Access to the Right Support to Grow Their Businesses and Sustain Farming Operations
Farmers Magazine | 02.11.2026 08:16
Farmers play a vital role in strengthening the agricultural sector, creating employment and supporting economic development in rural communities. However, running a successful farming business requires more than land, equipment and hard work. Farmers also need access to funding, financial assistance, technical expertise and government support programmes that can help them overcome challenges and build sustainable operations. In South Africa, ensuring that farmers can access the right resources remains important for agricultural growth, transformation and long-term food security. These issues were brought into focus at the Sugar Cane Imbizo in Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, where sugar cane growers engaged with government departments and industry stakeholders to discuss the challenges affecting their businesses and farming operations.
