AgriSA is pleased to announce the election of Mr Willem de Chavonnes Vrugt as its new President, following a vote at the organisation’s Annual Congress held in Pretoria this week.

Mr De Chavonnes Vrugt succeeds outgoing President Jaco Minnaar, and brings with him extensive experience in agricultural leadership, policy advocacy, and strategic governance. De Chavonnes Vrugt is a livestock farmer from Setlagole in North West.

Under his leadership, AgriSA will continue to advance its mission of securing a sustainable, competitive, and inclusive agricultural sector.

In his acceptance address, Mr de Chavonnes Vrugt reaffirmed his commitment to collaboration and innovation across all levels of the sector.

“We must stand united, farmers, agribusinesses, and government, to build resilience, unlock opportunity, and shape a future that sustains both people and the agricultural economy,” he said.
AgriSA extends its gratitude to all delegates and affiliates who participated at Congress, and expresses appreciation to the outgoing leadership for their dedicated service and contribution to the organisation’s mission.

Enquiries
Willem de Chavonnes Vrugt
AgriSA President
082 946 2303

Johann Kotzé, AgriSA CEO
079 523 5767
jfk@agrisa.org.za