Bophuthatswana Agricultural Development Corporation (Agricor)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (1992)
Reporting Period: 1992
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Animal Health Services
- Rural Development
- Agricultural Extension
Social Achievements
- Improved access to animal health services in some districts (e.g., Taung).
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Uneven development and failure of animal health services in Bophuthatswana.
- Staff shortages in western region (Taung, Kudumane, Ganyesa).
- Inadequate infrastructure (crushpens, dipping tanks).
- Limited access to veterinarians and clinics.
- Low levels of livestock owner training.
- Imbalance between preventive and curative animal health services.
- Dissatisfaction with dipping services in eastern region.
- Overstocking and drought impacting fodder and water access.
Mitigation Strategies
- Recommendations for increased staffing, infrastructure development (crushpens, dipping tanks, mobile clinics), improved training programs, and a shift towards preventive animal health services.
- Suggestions for addressing overgrazing through stock reduction or increased fodder availability.
- Exploring alternative dipping methods (injectable dips).
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Provision of patent stock remedies at cost price (recommended).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Drought