Grow Fresh Produce Agents – Newsletter 3 (2025)

Jun 3

3 min read

Hello Grow Team!

Welcoming winter with fresh energy, new milestones, and growing connection.

Company Updates & Announcements

As the seasons shift and winter takes hold, so do the rhythms of our work — with new produce, fresh challenges, and continued growth.

👏 Well done to the Grow Group for a strong May! Your effort and adaptability are noticed and appreciated across the floors.

🕊️ In Memory

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of two farmers who were part of the extended Grow community. Our thoughts are with the families, teams, and loved ones of:

Joe Suarez from IXL Farming
Jannie Rheeders from Rheeders Boerdery

We are grateful for the relationships we shared and the contributions they made to the industry. May they rest in peace.

🧥 A big thank you to everyone who placed Grow merch orders — you’re looking fantastic! Our second winter order has just been placed, and those who ordered can expect delivery soon.Have ideas for new merchandise or gift items? We’d love to hear them! Send your suggestions to anja@growfreshproduce.co.za

💍 Huge congratulations to Anja Burger (Grow Marketing) and Willem Kilian (Grow BothaRoodt Potato) on their engagement in May! Wishing you both an exciting journey ahead.

📢 Big developments are on the horizon...

We can’t say too much just yet, but change is coming — and it’s exciting. Let’s grow. 🌱

Team Achievements & Milestones

🌟 It is with great pride that we welcome Musa Xulu as an official salesman at Grow Port Natal.

Musa’s journey with Grow began nearly a decade ago as a general worker from a rural background, unable to speak a word of English at the time. From the very start, his eagerness to learn and his strong work ethic stood out - and his potential was quickly recognised by Wim and the team.

Through dedication, perseverance, and a consistently positive attitude, Musa has worked his way up - a true example of deserved empowerment, and a reflection of the Grow Group’s commitment to developing talent from within.

Congratulations, Musa! We’re confident you’ll thrive in this new chapter and continue to inspire those around you.

Events & Activities

🥔 International Day of the Potato – 30 May 2025

Joburg Market came alive with potatoes! Potatoes SA ran brand activations featuring product showcases, live Joburg FM coverage, and comforting soup and magwinyas. Meanwhile, Grow brought the energy to the potato hall with music, giveaways, and festive posters to mark the day.

🌿 Looking ahead:

Preparations are underway for the upcoming Grow Producer Day in Tom Burke on 18 June. Agents from all five Grow agencies will be there to engage with farmers, network, and celebrate what we do best — building relationships.

Upcoming Producer & Industry Days:

18 June: Grow Producer Day - Bosveld Limpopo
23-24 July: Potatoes SA Innovation Symposium (CSIR, Pretoria)
23-24 July: IFPA Congress (Pretoria)
31 July: Tom Burke Potato Day
13-14 August: Allesbeste Symposium
23-24 August: Vivo Boerebemarkingsdag
10 September: Grow Producer Day - Brits
24-26 October: Langkloof Bloeiselfees
28-29 October: Potatoes SA Transformation Symposium (Polokwane)
15 November: Grow Year End for all Commission Earners and Management
22 November: Grow Year End for all Wage and Salary Earners

Birthdays & Celebrations

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

4 June: Johan van Niekerk (Grow Office)
5 June: Hannes Beukes (Noordvaal Fruit)
7 June: Hendrik Eksteen (Grow Office)
7 June: Nydine de Beer (Green Network Office)
14 June: Sheik Joowalay (BothaRoodt Potatoes & Onions)
16 June: Rikus Boshoff (BothaRoodt Vegetables)
20 June: Steven Meiring (Botha Roodt Fruit)
25 June: Casper Bender (Noordvaal Tomatoes)
25 June: Teddy Moyana (Grow Office)

Stay Connected & Social Media

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