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

Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat import tariff updated – 10 July 2025

{ Access for SACOTA members only } – The increased wheat tariff from R549.50 to R851.50 per ton was published today by SARS. Read more >
SACOTA Training Session on the eCert System for Import Permits, and Phytosanitary Certificates

SACOTA Training Session on the eCert System for Import Permits, and Phytosanitary Certificates

SACOTA, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DoA), hosted a successful and well-attended training session focused on the implementation and use of the eCert system. Read more >
Higher wheat import tariff triggered

Higher wheat import tariff triggered

South Africa's import wheat tariff has been increased, and Dr André van der Vyver from SACOTA explains what this means for the industry and the consumer. Watch the interview >
LEAF services

Revocation of appointment as assignee: LEAF services

Department of Agriculture revokes the appointment of LEAF as assignee to inspect the grain and oilseed industry. Read more >