Complexity arises from multiple factors at different spatial and institutional scales. The sector has a broad scope, including many types of crop agriculture, horticulture and various forms of livestock farming. Each of these has very different functions, operations and regulations. The differences in management between commercial and communal farming add further complexity. An in-depth understanding of the sector is necessary to focus on those interventions that are likely to be most effective. Liaising more closely with sector associations and DAFF to better understand and meet acknowledged needs would be a good starting point.