The two largest shares of the total water footprint of South African consumption are meat with 32%, followed by cereals
with 29% (Fig. 5). Vegetable oils (6%), milk and domestic water supply (each 5%) are other large contributors. Sugar and
sweeteners, and offal, contribute 4% and 3%, respectively. Eggs,fruits, wine and beer, fibres and rubber each have a 2% share in the total water footprint of consumption.