# Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen says persistent regulatory delays, inconsistent enforcement, and non-tariff barriers continue to hinder South Africa’s export growth. He addressed the inaugural Total Mixed Ration Conference on Monday. The minister says the country’s export certification processes are often too slow, and engagements on market access can be fragmented. Steenhuisen says his department is prioritising trade negotiations that open new markets, especially for beef and lamb, and is accelerating work to meet the standards of key regions, including the Gulf States, the European Union, and East Asia.
Minister Steenhuisen addressing regulatory bottlenecks that hinder SA’s export growth