Grow Fresh Produce Agents – Newsletter 13 (2026)

Grow Marketing
6 days ago
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A Season of Growth & Big News

March nearly rained away as the final effects of La Niña moved through but with it came strong volumes and opportunity across our markets.

Despite the challenges, our teams showed resilience, adaptability, and drive. Well done to every team who stepped up and pushed through, it did not go unnoticed.

This month, we share very exciting news and celebrate milestones that make us incredibly proud to be part of Grow.

Company Updates & Announcements

🙏 A Message of Thanks to Paul Botha

After an incredible 36 years, Paul Botha will be stepping down from his role as director at Grow. We want to sincerely thank you for the time, dedication, and leadership you have invested in building Grow into what it is today.

Your expertise and wisdom have played a key role in shaping the business, and we are grateful for the impact you’ve made over the years. We look forward to continuing our relationship and appreciate your ongoing guidance and input in a consultative role going forward.

🌊 Grow Expands to the Western Cape

We are incredibly proud to announce that we are in the final stages of completing our transaction to partner with Boland Markagente, a well-established fresh produce agency on the Cape Town Market.

Going forward, they will be known as Grow Boland.

This marks a major milestone in our journey. Grow is now represented on the four largest fresh produce markets in South Africa, expanding our national footprint.

While a formal launch is planned for early June, the team in Cape Town is already embracing the Grow brand and proudly wearing our colours. The energy is real, and we’re excited for what lies ahead.

Meet the Grow Boland Management Team:

Front (left to right): Mark & Phillip
Back (left to right): Herco, Bosman, Jan-Willem & Vivienne

Welcome to the Grow family, we’re proud to have you on this journey with us.

👋 New faces at Grow

We would like to welcome Hamilton who has taken over from his dad, Solly, who worked at Grow for 17 years before retiring in March 2026.

Brenton has also joined joined forces with Johan van Niekerk in the IT team.

🐰 Public Holidays

Make sure you have communicated the upcoming operating times with your clients.

Achievements & Milestones

🎯 Records in March!

A big well done to Grow Marco and Grow Port Natal for reaching a new target in March.

This is a strong reflection of focus, teamwork, and consistent execution. Keep pushing forward!

Events & Activities

🧅 NUK Farmer Days

The NUK has re-established its Farmer Days, hosting three events at the start of March. Grow was proud to be the main sponsor across all three days. While it was a steady start, we believe this renewed energy brings exciting momentum for the onion industry.

⛳ Wesgrow Classic Golf Day

David (Botha Roodt Potatoes) joined farmers for the Wesgrow Classic Golf Day, enjoying two days on the course, strengthening relationships and connecting outside of the market environment.

🧠 Industry Events & Thought Leadership

Hendrik Eksteen took the stage as a speaker at the Undercover Farming Expo in Pretoria, sharing insights on the importance and future of fresh produce markets.
Anja attended the Agri-Data Expo in Sandton, gaining valuable perspectives on data, technology, and the future of agriculture.

📆 Upcoming Producer & Industry Days:

We will update these dates as we receive confirmation.

17 April - Petrus Steyn Golf Day
22 April - SAKO AGM Meeting
22-23 July - Potatoes SA Congress
4-5 September - Vivo Boerebemarkingsdag
4-6 November - Subtrop Marketing Symposium

Birthdays & Celebrations

🎂 April Birthdays – Happy birthday to all our team members celebrating this month! Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!

2 April - Riaan Boshoff (Botha Roodt Vegetables)
4 April - Lionel Neto (Marco Vegetables)
5 April - Johann de Wet (Noordvaal Potatoes)
8 April - Lillyne Matthee (Green Network Office)
13 April - Daleen Havenga (Noordvaal Office)
17 April - Deon Vermeulen (Noordvaal Tomatoes)
17 April - Willie Ras (Botha Roodt Onions)
19 April - Kevin Calaca (Marco Vegetables)

Stay Connected & Social Media

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