Our robust involvement in a variety of community and emerging farmer related initiatives is a testament to our commitment to the long-term growth and sustainability of the macadamia industry in South Africa.

• Ncera, Transkei: partnered with and contributed financially to this highly successful for-profit social enterprise. The community has for nine years run a government-backed macadamia nut farming initiative of 700 hectares, with further expansion plans in place for future growth. Produce is marketed through our affiliated company Green & Gold.
  
  
• Vhembe project, Limpopo: a co-op of farmers with about 350 members. We have funded the project which supports 22 emerging macadamia farmers in the region. And work with them to build a profitable farming operation as well as develop initiatives like a creche, computer skills training and dressmaking.
  
  
• Emerging farmer workshops: bi-monthly gatherings hosted at all three factories throughout the year are well attended, highly valued sessions where emerging macadamia nut farmers gather together to share their learnings and best practice. The events see speakers share knowledge and information about developing a sustainable and profitable macadamia nut farming operation.
  
  
• Springfield project: our farm, Springfield Farm in Limpopo draws many of its workers from the Valdezia are where poverty and unemployment is rife and sports facilities almost non-existent. Funds are available to the local football team for facilities, clothes and registration fees required by the South African Football Association. Transport for away fixtures and end of year socials is provided.