Beer industry boosts agricultural GDP recovery

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuizen has emphasized the agri sector's vital role in South Africa's economic development during the State of the Beer Economy event in Caledon, Overberg, Western Cape. The beer industry, a major economic contributor, adds over R2.2 billion to the agricultural GDP. While all alcohol sectors faced significant losses during the COVID-19 pandemic, they have shown steady recovery. SABC News Reporter Mariska Botha has more. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.