Leadership
Visionary leadership for South African agriculture
EXECS
AgriSA’s Board provides visionary leadership and strategic guidance to ensure the organisation remains a strong united voice for South African agriculture
Representing our provincial, commodity, and corporate members, the Board consists of experienced leaders deeply rooted in the farming sector and committed to its future.
Together, they uphold AgriSA’s values of excellence, stewardship, innovation, and shared purpose, ensuring that every decision made supports farmers, protects food security, and sustains the agricultural economy.
2025
Executive Leadership
Willem de Chavonnes Vrugt
Willem is a farmer from North West and the President of AgriSA.
Johann Kotzé
Johan oversees the strategic direction of the organisation and fiscal responsibility.
STAFF
AgriSA's dedicated team comprises professionals committed to advancing South Africa's agricultural sector
Their collective expertise ensures the organisation effectively represents and supports its members across various domains.
2025
Our Team
Janine Byleveld
Janine coordinates partners and aid to support farmers affected by disasters and strengthen recovery and resilience.
Jamyme van Wyk
Jayme will support the work of the Centres of Excellence, assist with project coordination and administration.
Isaac Mkhize
Issac ensures the maintenance and functionality of AgriSA’s physical infrastructure.
Abel Ngomane
Abel ensures the maintenance and functionality of AgriSA’s physical infrastructure.
Anette de Beer
Anette oversees smooth day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient coordination of activities, resources, and communication of AgriSA’s Centres of Excellence.
Jana Robinson
Jana supports the executive team, coordinating schedules and communications.
Jason Kümm
Jason coordinates efforts to enhance safety in rural areas, working closely with communities and law enforcement agencies.
Palisa Nelson
Elizma oversees financial planning and analysis, contributing to the organisation’s economic strategies.
Elizma van Tonder
Elizma oversees financial planning and analysis, contributing to the organisation’s economic strategies.
Simóhn Engelbrecht
Simóhn manages trade relations and partnerships, facilitating collaboration between AgriSA and various stakeholders.
Thea Liebenberg
Thea oversees internal and external communications, ensuring transparent and effective information dissemination.
Meisie Masola
Meisie provides general office assistance, supporting the administrative functions of AgriSA.