Dynamic animal feed thought leader influencing food security through partnerships with stakeholders.
23/04/2026
๐ Live from Waterkloof Guesthouse!
Weโre excited to be hosting our ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฆ๐ธ๐ถ๐น๐น๐ ๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ๐๐ต๐ผ๐ฝ today, bringing together professionals from across the animal science and agricultural sector to strengthen their technical communication skills.
Clear and precise writing plays a critical role in our industry, and todayโs session is focused on equipping attendees with practical tools to improve the quality, structure and impact of their technical articles for publication.
A big thank you to our expert presenters:
๐๐ฟ. ๐ฃ๐ถ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ป๐ถ๐ป๐ด โ sharing insights on writing technical articles for publishing magazines, backed by decades of experience in the livestock industry.
๐๐๐ป๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐๐ (Plaas Media) โ providing valuable perspective on what editors look for in magazine-ready technical content, as well as sharing guidance on the responsible use of AI tools to research, structure and write technical material in a professional and ethical way, drawing from her extensive background in agricultural media.
We truly appreciate your time, expertise, and contribution to strengthening industry communication standards.
A special thank you as well to Waterkloof Guest House for hosting us today and providing the perfect setting for this workshop ๐
22/04/2026
Look who stopped by our offices yesterday!
We had the pleasure of welcoming Adisseo, one of our Premium Sponsors for the AFMA Forum 2026. It was great to finally meet in person as they introduced themselves and connected with our Director, Liesl Breytenbach.
Thank you for taking the time to visit us, we truly enjoyed the engagement and are looking forward to seeing you again at the Forum!
21/04/2026
AFMA is proud to announce Adisseo as a ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ผ๐ฟ for .
As a global leader in animal nutrition, Adisseo combines scientific excellence with a deep understanding of the diverse challenges faced by producers across different species and farming systems.
With 10 research centres, over 2,500 employees, and a strong international manufacturing footprint, Adisseo develops and delivers innovative nutritional solutions that support sustainable, high-quality animal feed production worldwide.
Driven by their mission to feed the planet in a safe, affordable, and sustainable way, Adisseo continues to play a key role in advancing performance, efficiency, and responsibility across the animal nutrition industry.
This global expertise and commitment to innovation make Adisseo a valued contributor to the future of feed.
AFMA is proud to announce Allied Nutrition PTY Ltd as a ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ผ๐ฟ for .
Allied Nutrition unlocks animal nutrition excellence through science and innovation, delivering high-performance feed additives that are scientifically proven to optimise animal health, productivity, and sustainability.
With a strong focus on cutting-edge research and technical expertise, their solutions are designed to enhance feed efficiency and maximise profitability for producers. Backed by continuous investment in R&D and expert technical support, Allied Nutrition is committed to driving measurable results across the animal nutrition value chain.
Their strategically located warehouses also ensure fast, reliable delivery. Reducing logistical costs while improving accessibility for clients.
This commitment to innovation and performance makes Allied Nutrition a valuable contributor to the future of the feed industry.
Early bird registration for AFMA Forum 2026 closes next week.
South Africaโs premier feed industry event will take place from 8 to 10 September 2026 at Sun City, bringing together key stakeholders across the sector and giving you the opportunity to join industry leaders in shaping the future of feed and animal nutrition.
If you have not secured your place yet, now is the time to act and benefit from discounted rates.
Today, AFMA is hosting a large group of 65 students from the University of Limpopo at De Heus as part of our Student Outreach Programme ๐
From exploring exciting career opportunities in the animal feed industry to experiencing a real working feed mill up close, itโs a day packed with valuable insight and hands-on learning.
Students are also getting a behind-the-scenes look inside the mill, gaining real-world insight as it happens.
A big thank you to De Heus for hosting us, and to SACNASP and Agrijob for sharing valuable guidance on professional registration, CV building, and preparing students for their careers.
This is how we grow the future of our industry ๐ช
De Heus - Suid Afrika
SACNASP
AgriJob
UniversityofLimpopo UL
16/04/2026
๐ฃ AFMA Forum 2026 โ Draft Programme Now Available!
Weโre excited to share that the updated draft programme for the upcoming AFMA Forum 2026 is now live on our website.
Take a sneak peek at whatโs lined up for this yearโs Forum โ packed with insightful sessions, industry experts, and valuable discussions shaping the future of the animal feed sector.
Stay tuned for more updates!
15/04/2026
AFMA is delighted to announce Automill as a ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ผ๐ฟ for .
Automill stands at the forefront of feed mill innovation, offering a comprehensive solution that delivers exceptional control across every stage of the manufacturing process stands at the forefront of feed mill innovation, offering a comprehensive solution that delivers exceptional control across every stage of the manufacturing process.
With advanced data management and reporting capabilities that are both ground-breaking and industry-defining, Automill enables feed manufacturers to operate with greater precision, efficiency, and strategic insight.
This level of innovation is instrumental in shaping the future of feed manufacturing.
Hear from Andries Bolleurs, Operational Manager at Kairos, as he unpacks how Automill fits into the bigger Kairos picture and discusses their role as a sponsor of the 2026 AFMA Forum, happening this September at Sun City.
In Dinsdag, 14 April se LandbouRadio, kan jy uitsien na die volgende:
* Johan gesels met Johan Stumpf, besturende direkteur van die BKB-groep, oor hulle ses-maande resultate.
* Breyton Milford, hoofbestuurder van Agri-Expo, vertel meer oor 2026 se Suiwelkampioenskap-beoordeling.
* Andries Bolleurs, operasionele bestuurder van Kairos, verduidelik hoe Automill in die Kairos-prentjie inpas en oor hul betrokkenheid as borg by die 2026 AFMA Forum wat in September by Sun City plaasvind.
* โ Christal-Lize Muller van Plaas Media gesels met Kevin Kalb, 'n Amerikaanse mielieprodusent, wat die hoofspreker was tydens Graan SA se onlangse kongres.
* โ Dawie Killian van die OVK-wolkantoor vertel meer oor die nuutste wolmarkpryse.
Plaas Media BKB Agri-Expo Animal Feed Manufacturers Association - AFMA Grain SA/Graan SA OVK
14/04/2026
Dr. Lucius Phaleng, Trade Advisor at the Animal Feed Manufacturers Association (AFMA), recently spoke to LandbouRadio about the current performance of animal feed production in South Africa and the factors shaping its future.
High-impact sponsorship opportunities for are limited!!
With top-tier packages still available, this is a strategic platform to position your brand in front of the full feed industry and wider agriculture value chain.
Sponsorship at AFMA Forum offers:
โข High visibility across key industry stakeholders
โข Strong brand association with a premier industry event
โข Meaningful engagement opportunities with decision-makers
Opportunities of this scale are only available every three years, and availability is restricted.
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The Animal Feed Manufacturers Association of South Africa (AFMA), is the official industry representative body of the South African feed industry in the livestock feed sector and larger agricultural environment.
As the official representative body for the sector, AFMA positions and aligns itself by identifying the business environment that will benefit its members. This is achieved through its liaison and cooperation with various directly affected groups. These include government departments; regulatory decision-makers; parastatals; forums; related associations, and value chain partners both locally and internationally.
VISION
To enhance and support a sustainable industry that acts responsibly within the food chain by ensuring safe feed for safe food.
MISSION
AFMA strives for the realisation of its vision by:
- Lobbying, liaising and cooperating with government departments; regulatory decision-makers; parastatals; forums; related associations; value chain partners, international agencies and related role players.
- Providing management information to members, industry and other role players.
- Influencing and managing factors which have a bearing on industry costs.
- Creating awareness among industry role players of threats and opportunities facing the industry, and formulating unified action plans accordingly.
- Promoting AFMAโs image โ โSafe Feed for Safe Foodโ.
PROFILE
AFMA acts on behalf of, and represents, the animal feed industry on various platforms and committees to enhance, protect and ensure the present and future interests of the industry. These activities also include liaison and engagements on all levels, i.e. liaising, workshopping, debating and lobbying with the following primary interest groups:
- Regulatory bodies.
- Academia.
- Industry participants.
In this process, attention is focused upon:
- The feed regulatory environment.
- The research and technical environment.
- The commodity trading environment.
- Communication to members and the wider industry.
AFMA MEMBERSHIP
Who may apply? AFMAโs Memorandum of Incorporation makes provision for two categories of membership, i.e. โFullโ and โAssociateโ membership.
Full membership: Manufacturers of complete animal feeds.
Associate membership: This category includes service providers and input suppliers to the animal feed industry. This includes suppliers of raw materials, traders, suppliers of premixes, feed additives and veterinary products, equipment suppliers, laboratories, transport and other services providers.
Benefits of membership
- Access to all AFMA general meetings, committee meetings and subcommittee meetings, where matters concerning the feed industry are discussed.
- Access to all information related to AFMA committee meetings.
- Receiving agendas of all meetings and reports on discussions.
- Access to animal feed sales and raw materials utilisation statistics in the industry, which are published on the AFMA website.
- Access to, and participation in, joint actions regarding industry-related matters. These include animal feed regulations, import tariffs, SADC negotiations, EU negotiations, and other events where the interests of the entire industry are addressed.
- Access to AFMA congresses, symposia and workshops at reduced prices.
- Access to the AFMA Feed Registration Service for assistance with the submission of feed registration applications required in terms of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act 36, of 1947.
- Discounted prices for advertorials and advertisements in the quarterly AFMA magazine, the AFMA Matrix.
- Advertising of job opportunities and/or vacancies at member companies on the AFMA website and social media platforms, at no charge.
- Voting rights at the Annual General Meeting (this the only benefit from which Associate members are excluded).
Membership fees
Membership fees are determined annually during the AFMA Annual General Meeting. Visit www.afma.co.za for the latest membership fee structure and application form.
AFMA Code of Conduct
Full and Associate membership of AFMA is subject to complying with the provisions of the AFMA Code of Conduct. Both Full and Associate members need to be audited by an independent third-party within three months of membership application.
Once members have been audited according to the AFMA Code of Conduct and found to be compliant with this code, AFMA membership will be confirmed and a certificate of compliance will be awarded.
* Please note: Audit fees are not included in the membership fees.
CORE VALUE PROPOSITIONS
An Association that offers:
a. Direct access to the highest level of feed regulators and legislators;
b. Access to the largest pool of technical knowledge on animal nutrition;
c. A technical platform that monitors and reports on the latest international and local developments in animal nutrition;
d. A Feed Registration Service, with direct access to Government;
e. Technical sub-committees working continuously on the latest technical variables in the animal nutrition environment;
f. A combined source of expertise and knowledge on trade and procurement related matters;
g. Direct access to the highest authorities on trade and Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) matters to facilitate international trade;
h. International and local benchmarking on feed manufacturing disciplines and costs;
i. Annual publication of the most recent local and global feed outlook;
j. Publication of industry statistics in accordance to local Competition Law;
k. Keeping members informed on the latest international animal nutrition trends through the hosting of:
i. Symposia;
ii. Workshops;
iii. Seminars;
iv. Industry days;
v. Industry training sessions; and
vi. Interactions with tertiary institutions.
l. Development of feed and related training courses and material leading to accredited national qualifications; and
m. Representation at an international level within global bodies and institutions in the animal nutrition arena.
