"The strategic goals and objectives were conceptualized from the priorities in the Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF). The MTSF was analysed and issues relevant to the Department were identified and developed into six strategic goals and a number of strategic objectives to support each goal. The following strategic goals and objectives will be implemented over the medium term through strategic action programmes: (i) increased profitable production of food, fibre and timber products by all categories of producers; (ii) sustained management of natural resources; (iii) effective national regulatory services and risk management systems; (iv) a transformed and united sector; (v) increased contribution of the sector to economic growth and development; (v) effective and efficient governance. "