Agriculture and Agri-Processing Sector Award - KZN Top Business Awards 2025

Given to establishments and activities that are primarily engaged in farming activities and support industries.

WINNER

Since its founding in 2019, GREENHILL LABORATORIES has grown from a small startup into a nationally recognised laboratory, achieving SANAS accreditation. The company supports agriculture, food safety, healthcare, and environmental sustainability, making it a vital contributor to health and economic growth in the province.

FINALISTS

Biological Agricultural Era (BioAge) is a proudly South African scientifically driven manufacturing company that aims to integrate innovation with agriculture. BioAge was founded with a deep personal mission: to empower farmers with affordable, high-performance fertilizers that nourish both crops and soil health.

Luhnyezi Farms is a 100% Black female-owned poultry business located in rural KZN. Founded by Samkelisiwe Sithole, the farm focuses on providing affordable, nutritious food while combating poverty and unemployment. Samkelisiwe has used her business to empower rural communities and uplift others.

Precious Zulu, Executive Manager of Corporate Services WOA Group; Dr Tashiana Beharielal, Laboratory Manager, GreenHill Laboratories; Veruschka Naidoo, Business Development Manager, GreenHill Laboratories, and Fikile Msiza, Business Banking Client Coverage, Regional Head Standard Bank, KZN

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