Zuma admits that land reform has caused a loss of farmers

Andiswa Mkosi
23 October 2012

President Jacob Zuma has admitted that uncertainty around land reform is one of the causes of the decrease in the number of commercial farmers.

Zuma was addressing the African Farmers Association in Pretoria last night.

He  said this had led to a decrease in total production levels, a higher volume of food imports and higher food prices.

Government is aware that farmers need improved support in this difficult period.

This includes financial support, market access, as well as training and capacity development.