SACOTA is the most prominent association of trading members operating within South Africa and the SADC region

  • 2025 SACOTA Annual General Meeting

    18 September 2025 • Centurion Residential Estate & Country Club

Who we are

SACOTA is the most prominent association of trading members operating within South Africa and the SADC region. Its vision is to be a significant, influential and respected force in the Southern African grain and agricultural sector by expanding its activities and pro-actively raising awareness amongst key role players, including governments, traders, financial institutions, producers, processors, millers and NGOs.

Latest News

Ukraine sends thousands of tonnes of maize to two African countries

Ukraine sends thousands of tonnes of maize to two African countries

As many as 23,000 tonnes of Ukrainian maize has been sent to Mozambique and Malawi in Africa within the Grain from Ukraine programme. Read more >
Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat Import Tariff removed – 8 August 2024

The Wheat Import Tariff was again removed and set to “Free” on 8 August 2024. This after the variable tax formula triggered this level on 28 May 2024. View Tariff >
Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat Import Tariff implemented – 19 July 2024

The updated Wheat Import Tariff of R176.29/ton has been implemented on 19 July 2024. The Tariff is calculated according to the variable tax formula. View Tariff >
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Minister JH Steenhuisen Budget Vote 29

SACOTA congratulates Minister Steenhuisen on his appointment and comments on his budget speech. Read more >