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| van Rooyen, C.J.; Esterhuizen, Dirk; Doyer, Ockert T.. |
| What are the opportunities for agricultural business, trade and co-operation in Southern Africa and, in particular, South Africa and Zimbabwe - two of the most significant economies in the SADC region? The competitiveness status of agribusiness - from a global viewpoint - in sixteen food and fibre supply chains in Zimbabwe and South Africa is determined in this study using the Revealed Comparative Advantage method of Balassa. Based on this status, there is potential in certain agro-food chains for supply chain integration and cooperation between agribusinesses in South Africa and Zimbabwe. Such partnerships will improve competitiveness and will allow agribusinesses to compete at the "cutting edge" in the global environment. |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Agribusiness. |
| Ano: 2000 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/18024 |
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| Vermeulen, Hester; Kirsten, Johann F.; Doyer, Ockert T.; Schonfeldt, H.C.. |
| The introduction of genetically modified (GM) food products to food markets around the world, has led to considerable controversy. In many cases consumer attitudes and perceptions of GM food products were revealed as fears, concern for, and avoidance of the new technology. The importance of GM foods in South Africa is increasing, even though the GM Food debate lags behind many other (often more developed) parts of the world. This paper investigates the knowledge, attitudes and acceptance of urban South African white-grain maize consumers regarding GM maize. Conjoint- and cluster analysis were used to develop clusters/market segments among the urban consumers of white maize. A range of additional questions was used to develop profiles of the identified... |
| Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Consumer/Household Economics. |
| Ano: 2005 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/31714 |
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| Doyer, Ockert T.; D'Haese, Marijke F.C.; Kirsten, Johann F.; van Rooyen, C.J.. |
| This paper investigates the responses of agribusiness managers to drastic changes in the policy and marketing environment of South African agriculture. The process of deregulation and liberalisation of agricultural markets exposed agribusiness managers to international trends, which required new institutions and relationships. Based on a survey conducted among business managers, we explored emerging growth strategies, strategic focus areas and coordination preferences. Results suggest that managers prefer a growth strategy based on market penetration and market development. Important strategic drivers are value-adding and power drive. Managers expressed their preference for increased coordination and cooperation resulting in relation-based contracts and... |
| Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Agribusiness; Strategic focus areas; Institutional arrangements; South Africa; Agribusiness. |
| Ano: 2007 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/7052 |
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| Esterhuizen, Dirk; van Rooyen, C.J.; Doyer, Ockert T.. |
| In this paper the question of investment in the South African agro-food and fibre complex is explored. The analysis is based on empirical values and opinions/perceptions from ±400 agribusinesses operating in this complex. From the analysis it is clear that decisions to invest in the agro-food and fibre complex in South Africa must be viewed as on "knife-edge". A range of recommendations and policy options will be required to activate investment drivers and to address constraints in order to stimulate investment and to achieve growth. |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Agricultural and Food Policy. |
| Ano: 2001 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/18087 |
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| Doyer, Ockert T.; van Rooyen, C.J.. |
| In response to the structural changes in the South African agricultural sector, Potgieterusse Tabakkooperasie (PTK) extended its operations to include marketing activities. This article introduces the theme of structural change/industrialisation in the South African agricultural sector and explores the complexity of structural options and decision-making variables that managers have to face when considering vertical expansion. A case study approach is followed at the hand of new institutional economics to explain strategic choices by PTK management. The results from organisational theory and transaction cost theory, as applied to the same problem, yields complimentary and robust results. |
| Tipo: Journal Article |
Palavras-chave: Farm Management. |
| Ano: 2000 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/54218 |
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| Jordaan, Daniel du Plessis Scheepers; Doyer, Ockert T.; Poonyth, Daneswar. |
| Merino rams are an important input in the Merino breeder's production process. Breeders need to make informed decisions when buying rams because of the influence that the ram will have on the characteristics of the herd, especially with regards to the characteristics of the animal that are deemed economically important. Before the advent of performance testing through objective measurement a system of subjective evaluation was used to determine the breeding value of Merino rams. The use of the subjective system of evaluation seemingly continues and the prevalence of this system of evaluation raises the question to what extent ram buyers are using performance measurement indices in aiding them in their buying decision. This study finds that performance... |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Livestock Production/Industries. |
| Ano: 2002 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/18043 |
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| van Rooyen, C.J.; Esterhuizen, Dirk; Doyer, Ockert T.. |
| The competitiveness of sixteen selected food commodity chains in South Africa was calculated using the Revealed Comparative Advantage method of Balassa. The majority of commodity chains are marginally competitive. Except for the maize, pineapple, and apple chains, the competitiveness index generally decreases when moving from primary to processed products. This implies that benification or "value adding" opportunities in South Africa are restricted. To compete in a global economy strategies should be followed that improve the competitiveness of the whole food supply chain. It is i.e. not good enough for farmers to be able to compete globally at farm gate level, whilst the locally processed commodities that is sold to the consumer is not competitive in... |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Agribusiness. |
| Ano: 1999 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/18081 |
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