The demand for livestock products in South Africa for 2000, 2010 and 2020: Part I

Abstract

The demand for livestock products is projected for the next 25 years. Data on expectations regarding the following factors were included (a) population growth, (b) urbanisation, (c) income per capita growth and (d) income elasticities. Data for each population group were included. The model shows significant increases in demand for livestock products especially under assumed high growth scenarios.Demand and Price Analysis, Livestock Production/Industries,