His appointment signals a new era of scaled impact, inclusive growth, and transformation in South Africa’s grain sector.
Farmers cultivate individual plots, store rice collectively, and sell during lean seasons.
The move aims to improve local production, reduce imports, and support long-term farming efficiency.
Olam Agri has transformed its operations from two manufacturing plants to nine facilities nationwide, producing flour, semolina, and pasta.
This initiative strengthens national food security by replacing imports with dependable, locally sourced crops.