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The report evaluates water consumption in peach and plum orchards in the Western Cape, finding that while South African farmers are significantly more water-efficient than global averages, local improvements are possible through better irrigation scheduling and the adoption of drip irrigation over micro-sprinklers. It also details a pilot project testing the AWS standard across nine farms, identifying drought, social risks (theft), and regulation as primary concerns for farmers, and recommending the alignment of the AWS standard with other agricultural certifications like GlobalGAP.

The Breede-Overberg Catchment Management Strategy outlines a comprehensive plan to manage water resources through the Breede-Overberg Catchment Management Agency (BOCMA). Key priorities include redressing social inequities by allocating 15% of agricultural water to emerging farmers by 2015, improving water use compliance, and building resilience against climate change. The strategy details various augmentation options, from dam expansions to desalination, and emphasizes the need for institutional stability, stakeholder engagement, and improved hydrological monitoring, particularly in the Overberg region.

The document outlines a water stewardship project in the Western Cape's Breede catchment, involving nine volunteer stone-fruit farmers. It details the application of the AWS standard to manage physical, social, regulatory, and reputational water risks. Case studies demonstrate practical improvements in irrigation technology, fertiliser reduction, and infrastructure security. The guide also identifies broader catchment-level risks, such as urban sanitation and alien invasive plants, and suggests expanding water stewardship to other sectors like forestry and mining in South Africa.