We are passionate about agricultural statistics in Africa
With more than 20 years of experience and a multidisciplinary team of experts, BFAP develops outcomes that are scientifically and economically
rigorous, market-related, and implementable.
Unbiased
Agricultural Insights
There is a perpetual need for unbiased analysis and insights to inform decisions on investments and policies in the agricultural, agro-processing, and food sectors across Africa.
Our solutions provide independent, research-driven analyses, underpinned by industry expertise and advanced models through the Integrated Value Information System.
Driving
Responsible Growth
BFAP plays an active role in responsibly and sustainably developing agriculture through active engagement with the private and public sectors, as well as donor foundations.
Our passion is to generate insights that drive growth in the agricultural, agro-processing, and food sectors across Africa, helping them reach their full potential and contribute to broader economic development.
Building
Thriving Partnerships
A thriving agricultural sector is built on deep-rooted partnerships with valued clients, alongside an extensive network of research institutions and development agencies.
These long-term collaborations foster innovative insights and solutions, reinforcing our belief that a competitive and prosperous agricultural sector, and its related value chains, are built on this strong foundation.
BFAP Analytical Ecosystem
At BFAP, we offer strategic insights across several key areas: Commodity Markets, Farm Analytics, Consumer & Food Economics, and Water, Energy, Food & Land. Our Data Science and Value Chain Analytics divisions drive advanced solutions to improve sustainability and competitiveness in the agricultural sector.
Commodity Markets, Trade & Foresights
Market Systems & Opportunities
Import/Export Market
Price Trends & Forecasts
Sector/Economy-wide Impact Analyses
Value Chain
Analytics
Spatial Targeting
Value Chain Mapping & Optimisation
Logistics & Infrastructure Implications
Data Visualisation & Business Intelligence
Geo-Spatial Contextualisation
Farm & Production Analytics
Benchmark Budgets & Financial Simulation Models
Whole-farm Planning, CAPEX/OPEX
Agronomics Integration
Water, Energy, Food & Land
Climate Change & Net Zero
Seasonal Trends & Risks
Water Resources
Land-Use Modelling
Agro-Climatic Resources & Crop Modelling
Integrated
Systems
Data Structure, Security & Access
App Integration (Mobile & Web)
SQL Data Warehousing (Cloud Solution)
API & Open-Source Framework
Data & Process Continuity
Data
Science
Statistical Analytics
Data Protocols, Controls & Consistency
Survey Design
Software Application (GIS, Remote Sensing, Statistics)
Consumer & Food Economics
Consumer trends
Food Affordability
(BFAP Heathy Food Basket)
Food / Nutrition Security
Price Transmission Analysis
Agri-Socio Economics
Geo-Spatial Targeting
Benchmarking
Socio-economic Impact
Labour and Demographic Statistics & Impact
Baseline 2024 Now Available
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Solutions that power a brighter agriculture future
Analytics, Modelling & Foresight
Value Chain Analytics
Informing Investment Decisions
Data & systems technology solutions
Informing Policy & the Regulatory Environment
Strategy Design & Innovation
Programme Monitoring & Evaluation
Capacity Building, Outreach & Training
Explore our most resent Agri research and publications
What is Agri Plus?
Introducing Agri Plus: Shaping the Future of Agriculture in South Africa.
Facilitated by the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP), Agri Plus aims to consolidate and communicate multiple perspectives on South Africa’s agricultural sector. By bringing together collaborators across the agricultural landscape.
Agricultural Outlook
2024 - 2033
South African agriculture:
Current realities and future expectations
This brief provides an overview of food prices, food inflation dynamics, its associated causes, and the cost of basic healthy…
This brief provides an overview of food prices, food inflation dynamics, its associated causes, and the cost of basic healthy…
Introducing Agri Plus: Shaping the Future of Agriculture in South Africa Facilitated by the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy…