More about TLU SA
I affirm Article 2 of TLU SA’s Constitution, wherein I commit to lead my life in accordance with the Bible as the sole Word of the Triune God and a standard of my Christian faith.
I am aware of the value and influence that Christian teachings have had on shaping my cultural heritage.
I take pride in my profession as a farmer and the opportunity granted to me to cultivate God’s Creation.
I humbly accept stewardship of my land and acknowledge the responsibility to effectively preserve and manage the soil, fauna, flora, and all available resources with respect as a heritage for future generations.
I align with TLU SA’s position that applying free-market principles with minimal state intervention in the economy and guaranteed private property rights is the cornerstone of growth. This provides South Africa with the only sustainable opportunity for job creation, poverty alleviation, and progress.
I am proud of the unique identity, heritage, and historical foundation of TLU SA and will strive to respect and protect the values that have shaped the organisation. I will also respect the identity of other agricultural organisations.
Strengthening and empowering TLU SA is a priority for me. I will endeavour to protect and enhance TLU SA’s positive image to benefit the agricultural industry and my fellow farmers.
I take pride in contributing to the well-being of the entire population and the country’s economy as a provider of food and fibre.
As a farmer, I will strive to develop commercial agriculture, thereby contributing to the recognition of the sector as an independent entity with a rightful place as a significant component in the larger economy.
Through TLU SA, I will work to not only make a positive contribution to the agricultural community but also to stabilise the agricultural community.
I respect and submit to the rules and regulations of TLU SA as outlined in the Constitution.
I commit to fulfilling my financial obligations as a member faithfully.
I take pride in TLU SA as the Fortress for the Farmer and commit to pursuing unity with fellow farmers within this stronghold, fulfilling my God-given calling.
Always act humbly and grateful to our Creator so His will prevails over ours.
Display character, honour, and integrity openly and in all situations.
Champion the farmer’s cause purposefully, honourably, and fearlessly at all times.
Listen to each other’s relevant viewpoints at all times, showing understanding.
Differ from one another in an honourable manner, approaching matters from various angles to make informed decisions.
Handle disagreements about decisions externally in a way that does not tarnish the image of TLU SA’s leaders or TLU SA.
Always address the issue without resorting to personal attacks.
Never prioritise personal recognition and interests over the farmer’s interests.
Avoid using agricultural platforms to promote partisan political views.
A regional leader must always be informed if a meeting will be held in the region.
Always treat each other with tolerance and never do to others what you would not want done to yourself.
Uphold the credibility of TLU SA, our affiliates, and our leaders by not damaging our organisation’s and its leaders’ image.
Enhance the image of the South African farmer by not tarnishing it through your actions.
Foster and promote trust within the agricultural sector to strengthen and expand its role in our overall economic landscape.
Believe in the Triune God, your people, and yourself.
TLU SA is an organisation of our members, for our members. Our primary objective is to promote the interests of our members and the agricultural industry so that agriculture can thrive.
Grassroots Level
TLU SA speaks from the grassroots level, representing the farmers. Therefore, our structure consists of affiliated district agricultural unions and farmer unions, supported by our headquarters and established committees. This way, we can identify farmers’ actual needs and actively find solutions.
Committees
Om te verseker dat die behoeftes op ’n ordelike en effektiewe manier hanteer word, het TLU SA die volgende vaste komitees op die been gebring:
The National Standing Committees of TLU SA are responsible for formulating positions, providing guidelines to members, and launching actions or campaigns to raise awareness and garner exposure. The national committees represent similar committees from regions, district agricultural unions (DLUs), farmer unions (BUs), and farmer associations (BVs).
The committees must function properly at every level to address specific needs at that level. The national committees can address broader or national needs with the assistance of experts.
The Future
As the commercial farmer is the cornerstone of agriculture, it is natural that TLU SA concerns itself with the total life journey of a commercial farmer – TLU SA strives to keep the commercial farmer safe and sustainable on their land. To preserve the agricultural industry and our members, TLU SA aims to anticipate, model, lead, and represent the expectations and needs of members and potential members. This way, we can achieve a survival mode for the agricultural community, sustain it, and make it commercially viable.
Engagement
Our members must also engage with industry organisations to have a more prominent voice and support agricultural cooperatives and agri-businesses, ensuring the sustainability of the agricultural industry.
Approach
TLU SA subscribes to food security in South Africa. Therefore, we strive specifically for the preservation of constitutional rights. Furthermore, we exert pressure through collective bargaining at local, national, and international levels for the benefit of our members, ensuring that there’s food on the table for every South African.
Christelike beginsels
The core principle of TLU SA is that our organisation is built on Christian values, making us a stronghold for the commercial farmer.
