ESG & Value Addition in Agriculture Africa 2024

ESG & Value Addition in Agriculture Africa 2024
Sustainable Practices for Economic Growth and Food Security
Date: 4-5 December 2024
Venue: Garden Court Hotel OR Tambo, Johannesburg, South Africa

Join us at the ESG & Value Addition in Agriculture Africa 2024 conference, where industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders will gather to explore sustainable practices that drive economic growth and ensure food security across Africa. This two-day event will delve into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies in agriculture, highlighting how they add value and create a resilient future for the continent.

Why Attend?

  • Discover practical strategies for sustainable growth in agriculture.
  • Learn about innovations in sustainable finance and technology.
  • Network with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators.
  • Address climate change challenges through sustainable practices.
  • Unlock access to premium markets and reduce input costs.

Key Themes:

Unlocking Economic and ESG Value in South African Agriculture:

  • Importance of ESG in the agricultural sector.
  • Strategies for building resilience to climate change.
  • Securing access to premium markets.

Sustainable Finance in Agriculture:

  • The current landscape and future innovations.
  • Case studies showcasing successful cooperation.

Transforming Agriculture for Enhanced Food Security:

  • Sustainable farming methods and technological advancements.
  • Supporting smallholder farmers and local communities.
  • Strategies to tackle climate change and population growth.

Driving Innovation While Ensuring ESG Compliance:

  • Leveraging precision agriculture and data analytics.
  • Implementing innovative solutions aligned with ESG regulations.
  • Educating the next generation of agricultural professionals.

Integrating Biodiversity Conservation with Sustainable Agriculture:

  • Maintaining biodiversity while improving ecosystem services.
  • Integrating conservation practices into farming systems.

Addressing Food Security, Food Waste, and Climate Change:

  • Tackling food loss and waste in South Africa.
  • Surplus food recovery as a climate change mitigation strategy.
  • Improving ESG scores for farmers and food manufacturers.

Aligning ESG Goals with Community Development:

  • Promoting equity, inclusion, and economic development.
  • Creating sustainable and impactful community initiatives.
  • Processing agricultural products locally to support rural economies.

Value Addition in Agriculture through ESG: Myth or Reality?

  • Exploring the promise of ESG in agriculture.
  • Real-world applications and success stories.
  • Overcoming barriers to implementation.

Featured Speakers:

  • Alec Azar General Manager: Agricultural Economics & Advisory Land & Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa
  • Jolanda Andrag Chief Operating Officer AgriSA
  • Simiso Nyandeni ESG Analyst Conservation South Africa
  • Benedict Modise Director: Economic Development Management NWK
  • Shungu Kanyemba Managing Director Solidaridad Southern Africa
  • Willie Human Chairman South African Agricultural Machinery Association (SAAMA)
  • Maria Kotze Chairperson Heiveld Cooperative
  • Busisiwe Mgangxela Agroecology Farmer BAFO and Busi Organic Farming
  • Andy Du Plessis Managing Director Food Forward SA
  • Gerard Martin Research Development & Innovation Executive South Africa Wine
  • Jennifer Tselentis Chairman South African National Consumer Union (SANCU)

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