Industries
Agriculture
The agriculture industry has been facing many challenges from multiple fronts in recent years - COVID-19, extreme weather, pests and conflicts have all been prevalent in the industry in the last few years. The impact of these have impacted the food system and results in higher food prices and growing hunger. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has also accelerated a global food crisis. And of course, possibly the biggest challenge the agriculture industry is having to face is the impact of climate change. Farmers need support on a large and small scale to be able to come through these challenges to feed the population.
Our Experience in the Agriculture Industry
Beacon supports clients in the agriculture industry with matters relating to programmes for the development and upliftment of farmers in South Africa. This support includes the reviewing, preparation and negotiation of agreements with funders of development programmes, agreements with suppliers involved in development programmes, and agreements with farmers regarding their crop production and the loan and grant funding provided to the farmers. With our expertise and experience in dispute resolution, we also support clients in the resolution of disputes with farmers and suppliers.