APPOINTMENT OF NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR: VKB GROUP

22/06/2022

Mr Koos Janse van Rensburg, the VKB Group’s current Managing Director, will retire on 30 September 2022. He joined the VKB Group on 1 February 2007. In the 15 years that followed, he made a remarkable contribution to the Group’s dynamic growth and progress. During this period, the VKB Group grew from a co-operative to a successful, extended group of 33 entities with diversified interests in the agricultural value chain. Mr Van Rensburg is well known in the agricultural industry in particular, and a beloved and dynamic leader who unites his people and creates a culture of excellence.

The Board of VKB Beleggings (Pty) Ltd announced on 21 June 2022 that Dr PG Strauss has been appointed as Mr. Van Rensburg’s successor. Dr Strauss currently holds the position of Managing Director of VKB Landbou (Pty) Ltd. He has an illustrious career in agriculture and international trade. In addition to exceptional knowledge and experience, Dr Strauss brings dynamic and innovative business vision and a passion for customer service to the VKB Group. The Board is looking forward with anticipation to his contribution to lead the VKB Group to even greater heights.