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

IGC London Grains Week: 11-12 June 2024

IGC London Grains Week: 11-12 June 2024

André van der Vyver (SACOTA) and Lerato Ramafoko (Grain SA) attended the IGC London Grains Week on 11-12 June 2024. Their trip was funded by the South African Winter Cereal Industry Trust (SAWCIT). You can download the programme, presentations, and their joint feedback here >
Zimbabwe Grain and Feed Report

Zimbabwe Grain and Feed Report

Zimbabwe’s production of its staple crop, corn, is expected to drop by almost 60 percent in marketing year 2024/25… Read more >
China seeks to strengthen trade ties with South Africa

China seeks to strengthen trade ties with South Africa

André van der Vyver comments on grain trade to China in an interview with China Global Television Network (CGTN). Watch the interview here >
Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

SACOTA has compiled and released a report on the decisions taken by the Wheat Forum Steering Committee (WFSC) during a meeting held yesterday (8 May 2024). Read more >