Grain SA Farmer Development Programme

We mentor and train developing grain farmers

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

PGP joined government, industry and development partners at the Grain Industry Development Stakeholders Workshop hosted by @ecdc_developec in Mthatha, focusing on grain production in Mpondoland, Eastern Cape.

The key issue raised: farmers don’t only need production support, they need storage, market access, and better ways to secure value after harvest.

That is where the real pressure points are in the system.

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

A significant milestone for members of the PGP Driefontein Study Group in Mpumalanga.

Collectively, these subsistence farmers planted 26.50 hectares of maize during the 2025/2026 production season and are now harvesting their crop.

#PGP #FoodSecurity #Agriculture #FarmerDevelopment

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Growth opportunities start with access.

Through PGP's partnership with Land Bank, farmers in our Farmer Development Programme in KwaZulu-Natal learned more about agricultural financing, funding opportunities and the requirements for accessing finance.

Connecting farmers with the right partners is key to unlocking growth. 🌱

#PGP #FarmerDevelopment #Partnerships

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁?

Knowing the dispute process can help protect the value of a harvest and ensure fair treatment in the market.

Read how Agbiz Grain and SAGL support transparency in grain trade: https://t.co/gGgAXkcVFf

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Farming success is not measured only by what is harvested. It is also measured by how much value is protected from the field to the silo.

At PGP, we believe farmer development means equipping farmers with knowledge that supports profitability throughout the entire farming journey.

#PGP #FarmerDevelopment #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Success restores hope. That is what our Farmer Development team sees every day.

Across South Africa, PGP regional managers and mentors work alongside developing farmers, helping them improve yields, build sustainable businesses and strengthen their communities.

Because when farmers succeed, communities thrive. 🌱

#FarmerDevelopment #FoodSecurity #Agriculture #PhahamaGrainPhakama

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

PGP presented its farmer development programme and roadmap to the North West MEC of Agriculture and Rural Development, Madoda Sambatha, following the department’s interest in collaborating to expand impact in the province.

Led by Grain SA Vice Chairperson Jeremia Mathebula, alongside PGP leadership, board members and stakeholders including NWK, the engagement highlighted the importance of partnerships in developing sustainable grain producers. 🌱

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

PGP Study Group meetings are under way across various regions, covering practical topics including sprayer calibration, soya production, harvesting, storage, grading, budgeting and safe chemical use.

These sessions are more than training, they are building stronger, more informed and commercially sustainable farmers. Through continuous learning and knowledge sharing, PGP continues driving its goal of empowering farmers with the skills needed for long-term agricultural success.

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Today marked the conclusion of the final rounds of the 2026 PGP Farmer of the Year Competition evaluations across Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Northwest and the Free State. 

This competition celebrates farmers whose work continues to strengthen agriculture and food security in South Africa.

Thank you to @Bayer4Crops for their continued support in empowering farmers and driving real impact. 🚜🌱

#PGPFarmerOfTheYear2026 #PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

PGP farmer Mlotshwa planted 40ha of maize with support from SACTA, with BEFAP recently conducting yield estimation research on the crop.

A mid-summer drought during tasselling affected production, with yields now estimated at around 5 tons for the season. This is why farmer support, research and climate resilience matter.

Thank you to SACTA for making this possible. 🌱

#PGP #Agriculture #ClimateResilience

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Behind every successful #NAMPO2026 is an incredible team working tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring another unforgettable NAMPO to life.

#PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

“What does NAMPO mean to farmers?”

We spoke to a farmer at #NAMPO2026 about opportunity, growth and the importance of platforms that bring the agricultural sector together.

#PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Good to see PGP partners @Bayer4Crops_SA and @khulaecosystem strengthening collaboration through the Bayer × Khula Farmer Accelerator announced at #NAMPO2026.

Partnerships like these create stronger opportunities for farmers.

#PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Bankies Malan, PGP's Credit and loan Manager, is at @OFM to share about PGP, farmer development and the programme’s role within Grain SA.

#PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 #NAMPO2026
A week of farmer engagement, partnerships, industry conversations and opportunities shaping the future of agriculture. #PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Pleasure to engage with @DepartmentPWI Minister @DeanMacpherson and @infraSA_ at #NAMPO2026.

Strengthening collaboration between infrastructure planning and agricultural development to support real farmer impact.

[Department Of Public Works and Infrastructure @DepartmentPWI]

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, @DeanMacpherson , accompanied by the Head of @infraSA_ (ISA), @madamemameetse , today visited the NAMPO Harvest Day exhibition in Bothaville, Free State.

The visit formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration between government and key stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

During the visit, the Minister and the Head of ISA met with key stakeholders from the agricultural sector, including AgriSA and Grain SA.

Discussions focused on partnership opportunities and the critical role of infrastructure in supporting agricultural development, driving economic growth and creating sustainable employment opportunities.

NAMPO is one of the largest privately owned agricultural exhibitions in the Southern Hemisphere.

#LetsBuildSA #DPWI #nampo2026 #Agriculture #EconomicDevelopment

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

PGP joined discussions with the Minister of @DepartmentPWI Dean McPherson on infrastructure, policy support and the future of rural economies.

Platforms like NAMPO remain important spaces for bringing farmer realities into broader industry and policy conversations.

#PGP #Agriculture #RuralDevelopment

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Some of the most important conversations at #NAMPO2026 happen beyond the panel discussions.

Farmers, stakeholders and industry players continue connecting, sharing ideas and exploring opportunities across the exhibition grounds.

#PGP #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

FNB hosted a discussion on growing agricultural SMEs.

PGP CEO Sibusiso Mabuza said:“SMEs only grow when partnerships are strong, practical, and focused on real farmer development.”

When partnerships work, farmers get real access and real opportunity.

#NAMPO2026 #PGP #FNB #Agriculture

[Grain SA Farmer Development Programme @gsafarmerdev]

Day 3 at #NAMPO2026 🚜

Another day of important conversations, farmer engagement and agricultural innovation.

PGP continues advocating for developing farmers while building partnerships that support growth towards commercialisation.

#PGP #Agriculture