Labour

The leading voice in labour and employment relations within the agricultural sector

Advisory Services

  • Effective communication of new labour developments to members

  • Ensuring BUSA-communication filters through to members

  • Share potential labour law changes and best practices continuously

Intelligence and Policy Analysis

  • Obtain mandates and comment on employment legislation tabled

  • React to any other labour-related policies and legislation, as soon as it becomes applicable

 

Advocacy and Research

  • Researching the impact of employment laws and policies on the agricultural sector

  • Publishing articles on research conducted

  • Speaking at appropriate forums in order to advocate the position of the agricultural sector

Mobilisation

  • Continuous sharing of best practices within the employment space

  • Influencing public opinion in favour of the agricultural sector through promotion of social accord

 

Influence and Negotiation

  • Ensure participation in all NEDLAC Task Teams for employment legislation

  • Member of the NEDLAC Development Chamber (use platforms to influence opinion in favour of agriculture)

  • Member of the NEDLAC Labour Market Chamber (use platform to influence opinion in favour of agriculture)

Networking

  • Participate in CCMA structure forums

  • Strengthen a relationship with the Department of Labour

  • Build a women’s network in agriculture

To ensure stability through the creation of sound employment policies and sustainable development of people in the agricultural sector