Assessing the financial viability of JSE listed entities in agricultural sector of South Africa, using the sustainable growth model

The objective of the study was to understand the financial viability of food production entities listed on the JSE using the sustainable growth model.This was achieved by firstly, identifying which of the determinants could be used to assess financial viability. These are compared to the SGC which is the result of subtracting the SGR from the AGR. Aligning the SGC with the financial viability ratios facilitates entities in ensuring their long term survival.