Sustainable Resource Management, Farmer Support and Development, Veterinary Services, Technical Research and Development Services, Agricultural Economics, Structured Agricultural Training A united, sustainable and vibrant agricultural sector with thriving rural communities in balance with nature Batho Pele Principles and service orientation- Departmental officials will conduct themselves in a manner befitting a government that is caring, dedicated and pro-poor, influenced by the spirit of ubuntu Co-Operative Governance and Strategic Partnerships- the Department commits itself to the principles of cordial inter-governmental relations and strategic partnerships across all spheres of society, with particular focus on business.