Hollard congratulates the winners of the 2026 Young Agri Writers Awards, hosted in partnership with Farmingportal.
Six emerging agricultural writers have been recognised for thoughtful work exploring climate, resilience, sustainability and the future of South African agriculture.
Hollard congratulates the winners of the 2026 Young Agri Writers Awards, hosted in partnership with Farmingportal. The awards create space for young agricultural thinkers to share their knowledge, ask important questions and contribute fresh perspectives to the conversations shaping the sector.
This year’s winning articles reflect both the complexity and the promise of agriculture. From climate uncertainty and unseen crop risks to export costs and sustainability, the writers brought curiosity, research and practical insight to issues that matter to producers, businesses and communities.
General Articles
- 1st: Gerrit Olivier - The Climate Twins: Waiting for the Next Chapter
- 2nd: Gerhard Burger - The Crop You Cannot See
- 3rd: Cathrine Mathekga - Has the South African Grain Sector Become More Resilient to El Niño?
Technical Articles
- 1st: Diaan Venter - Beyond the Risk Register: Preparing South African Agriculture for the Shocks We Cannot Predict
- 2nd: Carla Myburgh - What Does It Really Cost to Put a South African Apple or Pear on a European Supermarket Shelf?
- 3rd: Sanele Kunene - Selected Aspects of Environmental, Social, and Economic Sustainability Factors in the South African Orange Industry
Why Hollard supports the initiative
Andries Wiese: Head of Hollard Agri: “At Hollard, we believe a stronger agricultural future is built by people who are willing to observe closely, think differently and share what they know. Supporting the Young Agri Writers Awards is one way we can help emerging experts find their voice, grow in confidence and bring valuable ideas into the wider agricultural conversation.
The initiative also helps make agricultural knowledge more accessible. By encouraging clear, informed writing, the awards connect research and specialist insight with the people who can use it to navigate change and build a more resilient sector.”
Hollard warmly congratulates every winner and entrant. Each contribution adds depth to the conversation and reminds us that the future of agriculture will be shaped not only by what happens in the field, but also by the ideas we choose to share.
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