Department of Agriculture

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) is a national government department responsible for agricultural policy, food security, land reform, and rural development in South Africa. Its mandate includes supporting sustainable agricultural production, promoting food safety, managing agricultural resources, and facilitating land redistribution and restitution. The department works with farmers, agribusinesses, research institutions, and other stakeholders to ensure the growth and transformation of the agricultural sector, improve rural livelihoods, and contribute to national economic development.