A century of trusted partnership in agribusiness.
AFGRI, founded in 1923, is a leading agribusiness company supporting farmers across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Western Australia. With over 4,000 employees, we offer integrated solutions in mechanisation, grain management, animal feeds, retail, finance, and farmer development. Committed to sustainable food production and economic growth, AFGRI empowers farmers through innovation, technology, and long-term partnerships.
More than a Century of Innovation
Our journey is marked by milestones that reflect a company rooted in its values and committed to progress.
the history
1923
The Beginning of a Legacy
5 April 1923 - OTK is Founded. A meeting of 150 people led to the founding of the Oos-Transvaalse Korporasie (OTK), with 29 original members. The values remain unchanged: Farmers are the priority, and their success is shared.
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Empowering your success with our solutions.
4,000+
Employees
7
Countries of operation
5+
Milliontons
Grain storage capacity
R20+
Billion
Turnover
Our geographical footprint
Learn more about AFGRI
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AFGRI's core values
Our values are at the heart of our business and are the enablers of our growth, our care and the trust we create in our industry. We strive to be the best and our values assist us in aligning with this goal.
MEET THE TEAM
Edwyn O'Neill
- Chairman of the Board
- Non-Executive Director
- Chairman of Group Investment Committee
- Chairman of Directors Affairs Committee
Norman Celliers
- Executive Director
- Chief Executive Officer
Tinyiko Ribisi-Termark
- Non-Executive Director
- Chairperson of Social and Ethics Committee
Zora Madikizela
- Non-Executive Director
Jonathan Heinamann
A solution for any need
AFGRI has been at the heart of agricultural innovation, committed to empowering farmers and driving sustainable growth in agriculture, through solutions catered to meet needs of our customers.
Trade like never before
Your edge in the market — expertly navigating SAFEX and Yield-X to hedge commodity and currency risks, so you stay informed around what the markets do.
High-Capacity Storage
AFGRI has an impressive storage infrastructure with the capacity to hold more than 5+ million tons of agricultural products.
Let's do business together
We're always looking to build strong partnerships that support agriculture and drive innovation. Whether you're a supplier, investor, client, or collaborator — reach out and let's explore how we can work together to grow the future of farming.
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